Ingredients
- 3/4 c. shortening
- 1 1/2 c. sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- beaten (save 1 tbsp. to brush tops of hermits)
- 1/4 c. molasses
- 2 tbsp. water
- 3 c. flour
- sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 c. raisins
- 1/2 c. nuts
- minced
Instructions
- Mix shortening, sugar, Large eggs, molasses and water together.
- Add in all remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Form 4 long strips on large greased cookie sheet.
- Press flat with fingers.
- Strips won't meet now but will come together during baking.
- Brush with beaten egg which was saved.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 20 min.
- Cut in squares.
← Back to all recipes