Raisin Nut Nibbles by Mary Lou Burgoyne

1 C. Water
2 C. raisins
1 tsp. Soda
Add water to raisins and boil 5 minutes.  Combine the following and stir in raisin mixture.

1 C. shortening
2 C. sugar
1 tsp vanilla
3 eggs
4 C. flour
1 tsp. Baking Powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. Nutmeg
1 tsp salt
1 C. chopped nuts

Spoon on greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees.  Sprinkle with granulated sugar before baking if desired.  Bake 12 minutes.