Emma Smith’s Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Recipe
1/2 c. shortening or lard
3/4 c. butter
2 c. brown sugar
4 eggs
1/2 c. milk
4 cups rolled oats
2 cups raisins
2 cups flour
2 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 c. nuts
Mix shortening and sugar together, add eggs one at a time, beat well.ADd milk and mix well. Mix flour, soda salt, and spices together in a separate bowl, then add them all at once. Mix well. Add raisins and mix. Add oatmeal and mix. ADd nuts and mix.
Bake at 375 untl golden brown (7-8 minutes)