1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1 tbsp. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. raisins, ground

Mix all ingredients together except oatmeal and raisins and beat 2 minutes. Fold in rolled oats and ground raisins. Shape into balls and bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. OPTIONAL: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, added with oats and raisins.