Dee Dee's Hermit Cookies

Shared by Ted Spencer of Michigan
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Ingredients

  • 3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 4 cup eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoon zest of medium-sized oranges
  • 1 cup chopped raisins
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Preparation

Baking Directions:

Cream shortening and sugar together.

Beat in eggs, one at a time.

Add baking soda, salt, spices and orange zest; mix well.

Gradually add flour, mixing thoroughly.

Add pecans and raisins; blend well.

Drop from a teaspoon on a baking sheet.

Bake in a 350-degree oven for approximately 10 to 12 minutes.

Let stand for 2 to 3 minutes before removing from baking sheet.