1 c. raisins
1 c. water
3/4 c. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. nuts, chopped

Simmer raisins and water in saucepan over low heat until raisins are plump, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain raisin liquid in measuring cup, add enough water to make 1/2 cup. Mix butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Stir in raisin liquid. Mix flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices; blend in. Add oats, nuts and raisins. Drop by teaspoonful about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 400 degrees. Makes 7 dozen.