Hermits

12 ingredients
13 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 2 1/4 c. light brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 Tbsp. molasses
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3 3/4 c. flour
  • 3/4 c. raisins
  • 3/4 c. chopped nuts

Directions

  1. 1
    Measure and sift dry ingredients and set aside.
  2. 2
    Cream shortening.
  3. 3
    Gradually add sugar.
  4. 4
    Blend well.
  5. 5
    Beat in eggs, one at a time.
  6. 6
    Add molasses and blend.
  7. 7
    Add dry ingredients, about 1/3 at a time.
  8. 8
    Mix well.
  9. 9
    Mixture will be thick.
  10. 10
    Add raisins and nuts.
  11. 11
    Again mix well.
  12. 12
    Lightly grease a jelly roll pan, 15 1/2 x 10 1/2-inch.
  13. 13
    Spread mixture and bake at 350° for about 15 to 20 minutes.

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