Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Grease cookie sheets.
2. 2
   In a small pan bring raisins and water to boil.
3. 3
   Drain, reserving 1/4 cup liquid; set aside.
4. 4
   In a large bowl beat brown sugar, 1/2 cup shortening and margarine until fluffy.
5. 5
   Add eggs and egg yolk; beat well.
6. 6
   In another bowl combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and cloves; blend well.
7. 7
   Add this flour mixture and reserved liquid to sugar mixture; mix well. Stir in oats and raisins.
8. 8
   Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 3 inches apart onto cookie sheets.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 13 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10
    Cool 2 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove from pan and cool completely.