Grandma Mabel's Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Simmer raisins and water over low heat for 20 min.
2. 2
   Drain raisin liquid into measuring c..
3. 3
   If need be, add in sufficient water to make 1/2 c. liquid.
4. 4
   Heat oven to 400 degrees.
5. 5
   Cream shortening, sugar, Large eggs, and vanilla.
6. 6
   Stir in raisin liquid.
7. 7
   Blend dry ingredients and stir in.
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   Then stir in oatmeal and raisins.
9. 9
   Drop by rounded tsp.
10. 10
    on ungreased baking sheet.
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    Bake 8-10 min.