Oatmeal Jumbos

Directions

1. 1
   Pour enough boiling water over raisins to cover; let stand 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Drain.
3. 3
   Sift together flour, salt, soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves into bowl.
4. 4
   Add shortening, sugar, egg and water.
5. 5
   Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Stir in raisins and oatmeal.
7. 7
   Roll dough out on lightly floured board or canvas to 1/4-inch thickness.
8. 8
   Cut with floured 3-inch round cutter.
9. 9
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with granulated sugar.
11. 11
    Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes.
12. 12
    Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies.