GRANDMA'S OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Grandma's Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Nicole S

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups raisins, chopped
3 cups boiling water
3/4 cup butter flavored shortening
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
2 1/2 cups flour
2 cups old fashioned oats
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

Place raisins in a small bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine the flour, oats, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and raisins. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets. Flatten with a glass. Bake at 325° for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are browned. Remove to wire racks.