Amish Cookies

Makes 7-1/2 dozen cookies

Prep Time: 10 min
Baking Time: 10 min

Ingredients:

• 2-1/2  cups sugar
• 1-1/8  cups shortening
•       3  eggs
•    2/3  cup dark molasses
•       1  cup sour milk
• 6-1/2  cups flour
•       2  Tablespoon baking powder
•       3  Tablespoons cinnamon
•       2  Tablespoons baking soda
• 1-1/2  teaspoon nutmeg
•       2  cups oatmeal
•       1  cup raisins
•    3/4  cup chopped peanuts or walnuts

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream sugar and shortening.
2. Add eggs and beat well.
3. Add milk and molasses alternately with sifted flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and nutmeg.
4. Add oatmeal, raisins, and nuts and mix with hands.
5. With a rounded teaspoon, drop dough on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Alan's Kitchen Tip: 

• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar plus enough milk to make 1 cup.