1/3 c. shortening, melted
1/3 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 c. oatmeal
1 c. carrots (grated fine)
1/2 c. raisins

Mix ingredients in the order given. Drop by spoonfuls on cookie sheet and bake at 450 degrees until brown.