2 c. raisins
1 c. shredded carrots
4 egg whites
2 c. oatmeal
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. maple flavoring
1/2 c. boiling water
1 1/2 c. oil
2 c. flour
2 c. oat bran
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1 c. walnuts

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Pour boiling water over raisins. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well. Then combine brown sugar and oil. Beat egg whites for about 10 seconds. Add to sugar mixture. Add carrots and raisins.

Combine all dry ingredients and add to sugar mixture. Stir until well blended. Add flavoring and nuts.

Drop by rounded tablespoons on greased cookie sheet for about 15 minutes. One teaspoon cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg may be substituted for the maple flavoring.