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Spicy Oatmeal Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 35 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 4
I love the flavor the molasses gives there cookies. From Southern Living.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup molasses
2 large eggs
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups uncooked oats
1 1/2 cups raisins
3/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Directions:
1. In a mixing bowl, add the first 3 ingredients; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until blended.
2. Add eggs; beat until blended.
3. In another bowl, add the flour, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon; stir to combine.
4. Add to the shortening mixture; beat until blended.
5. Add in the oats, raisins, and pecans, if desired; stir to combine.
6. Drop batter by heaping teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets.
7. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until golden brown; transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool.
By RecipeOfHealth.com