A chewy oatmeal cookie that Grandma would make.
She passed away several years ago at age 97 (she was born in 1899).
They also freeze well.
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Love Cookies?
Do NOT use instant.)
Method
Preheat the oven to 350F.
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Beat together the shortening, brown sugar, and white sugar.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and beat well.
Whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon.
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Add to sugar and egg mixture and mix well.
Add a tablespoon of water.
Add raisins (if using) and nuts.
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Spoon out by heaping tablespoonfuls on to greased cookie sheets.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Remove to a wire rack.
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Cookies will keep for several days in an airtight container on the counter.
Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez
Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez
Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez
