Welsh Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour and salt into bowl.
2. 2
   Cover 2 cups seedless raisins with boiling water.
3. 3
   Let stand 5 minutes, then drain.
4. 4
   To flour and salt add shortening.
5. 5
   Blend thoroughly.
6. 6
   Add soda and sugar and mix thoroughly.
7. 7
   Make a well in center and add beaten eggs and buttermilk.
8. 8
   Add drained raisins.
9. 9
   Stir and mix thoroughly, then place on floured board.
10. 10
    Roll to 1/4 inch thickness and bake on a moderately hot griddle.
11. 11
    When lower side is nicely browned, turn with pancake turner.