1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
3 eggs
1 c. raisins
2 c. undrained fruit cocktail
1 c. nuts (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
4 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves

Cream shortening, sugars, and eggs; add remaining ingredients in the order given. Mix well. Drop from teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes at 375 degrees. Will make 7 dozen.