1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
3 well beaten eggs
1 tsp. baking soda (dissolved in 1 tbsp. hot water)
1 tsp. cinnamon
Pinch of salt
3/4 c. raisins
1 3/4 c. walnuts
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder

Mix together in order given. If too thin, add more flour to thicken batter. Drop on buttered cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.