Boiled Raisin Cookies

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This is my grandmothers recipe. it is my dads favorite, and i always make them for him on his birthday. it is the only one i have ever seen that uses shortening instead of butter.

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Steps

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Boil water and raisins together just until softened , about 5 minutes.

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Cream shortening and sugar together.

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Gradually add eggs.

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Sift together flour , salt , baking soda , baking powder and cinnamon.

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Gradually add flour mixture to the sugar mixture until thoroughly combined.

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Add water from the raisins and mix.

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Stir in raisins.

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Drop in spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.

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Bake at 375 for approximately 10-12 minutes.

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Ingredients

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raisins, water, shortening, sugar, eggs, flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon