Soft Raisin Cookies

By Bailey1_

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 cups raisins
• 1 cup shortening
• 1-3/4 cups sugar
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3-1/2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Preparation

Step 1

Combine raisins and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
Cook for 3 minutes; remove from the heat and let cool; do not drain.
In a mixing bowl, cream shortening; gradually add sugar.
Add eggs and vanilla.
Combine dru ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and blend thoroughly.
Stir in nuts and raisins.
Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet.
Bake at 350 for 12-14 minutes.