2 c. cracklings
1 c. raisins
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. baking soda in 1/2 c. hot water
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour

Grind first two ingredients together. Add remaining ingredients. Drop on cookie sheet and bake 12 to 15 minutes at 350 degrees.