English Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Add water to raisins; cook 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Drain and cool.
3. 3
   Cream shortening and brown sugar.
4. 4
   Add eggs and beat well.
5. 5
   Add coffee and vanilla.
6. 6
   Sift together and add flour, baking powder, soda and salt.
7. 7
   Flour cooled raisins lightly and add to mixture.
8. 8
   Spread batter on greased cookie sheet with edges.
9. 9
   Bake at 425° for 15 to 20 minutes.
10. 10
    Let cool.
11. 11
    Spread with thin icing made with powdered sugar and water.
12. 12
    Cut into squares.