Oatmeal Molasses Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups oatmeal
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup shortening
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 5 tablespoons light molasses
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• Directions
• 1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• 2.In a large bowl, stir together the flour, oatmeal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
• 3.In another large bowl, beat the sugar with the shortening until smooth and creamy; mix in beaten eggs, molasses, and vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients. Stir in walnuts and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
• 4.Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until slightly browned. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.