1/2 c. shortening
1 1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
2 eggs
1 3/4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. quick cooking oats
2 c. raisins

Beat together shortening, sugar, molasses and eggs. Sift flour, salt, soda and cinnamon into first mixture. Stir in oats and raisins. Drop by large spoonful, on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.