Soft Raisin Cookies

Name: Soft Raisin Cookies
Ingredients: 1 c. water; 2 c. raisins; 1 c. shortening; 1 3/4 c. sugar; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 3 1/2 c. flour; 1 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. salt; 3/4 tsp. cinnamon; 1/2 c. chopped walnuts

12 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

1 c. water
2 c. raisins
1 c. shortening
1 3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Directions

1

Combine raisins and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
2

Cook for 3 minutes.
3

Remove from heat and let cool.
4

(Do not drain.)
5

In mixing bowl, cream shortening.
6

Gradually add sugar. Add eggs and vanilla.
7

Combine dry ingredients.
8

Gradually add to creamed mixture and blend thoroughly.
9

Stir in nuts and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls 2-inches apart on greased baking sheets.
10

Bake at 350° for 12 to 14 minutes.
11

Yield: About 6 dozen cookies.