Chewy Hermit Barscookies, desserts 1/2 cup shortening 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 each eggs; large 1/2 cup molasses 1 1/2 cup flour; unbleached 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon; ground 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; ground 1/2 teaspoon cloves; ground 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup nuts; chopped Cream shortening and brown sugar till fluffy; blend in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Add molasses; beat well. Stir together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Stir into creamed mixture, and beat well. Stir in raisins and nuts. Spread in greased 13 X 9 X 2-inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degreed F. for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool slightly; sift powdered sugar over the top. Cool thoroughly; cut into bars. Makes 32 bars. |
