2 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/8 c. shortening
3 eggs
2/3 c. dark molasses
1 c. sour milk
6 1/2 c. flour
2 tbsp. baking powder
3 tbsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. raisins
3/4 c. chopped peanuts & walnuts

1. Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs and beat well.

2. Add milk and molasses alternately with sifted dry ingredients.