Raisin Cookies {with oatmeal, coconut & pecans}

Raisin Cookies

{from the kitchen of D.L., who shared the recipe with MOM who then shared it with ME!}

1 C. brown sugar

1 C. white sugar

1 C. shortening

2 large eggs

1 t. vanilla

1-1/2 C. oatmeal

1 C. raisins

1 C. coconut 

1/2 C. nutmeats 

2-1/4 C. flour

2 t. baking powder

1/2 t. soda

1/2 t. salt

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and then add the remaining ingredients. Roll into small balls and place on a greased baking sheet. Flatten with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.

Bake 350° for 12-15 minutes. 

Makes 6-1/2 dozen 2-1/2 inch cookies.

I have had this cookie recipe for many years

 and it is still one of our 

favorites!

Happy Baking!