Twice-as-Nice Raisin Oatmeal Cookies |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 11 Minutes |
Ready In: 31 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Soft and chewy, yummy and comforting-oatmeal raisin cookies just the way Grandma makes 'em. Ingredients:
1 cup raisins |
boiling water |
1 teaspoon butter |
1 cup chopped pecans |
1 cup shortening |
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar |
1/2 cup granulated sugar |
2 large eggs |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 cups all-purpose flour |
2 cups uncooked quick-cooking oats |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
Directions:
1. Combine raisins and boiling water to cover in a small bowl. Let stand 5 minutes; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid. Pat raisins dry with paper towels.
2. Melt butter in a medium nonstick skillet. Add pecans; cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until toasted, stirring constantly. Set aside.
3. Beat shortening at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugars, beating well. Add reserved raisin liquid, eggs, and vanilla, beating until blended.
4. Combine flour and next 4 ingredients. Gradually add to shortening mixture, stirring until blended. Stir in raisins and pecans. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto lightly greased baking sheets.
5. Bake at 350° for 11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
6. Tip: When making cookies, always place cookie dough on cool baking sheets. Using sheets that have just been in the oven can cause cookie dough to spread too much.
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