Grandma Paro's Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

• 1/2 c. soft shortening (don't use butter or possibly margarine)
• 1 1/4 c. sugar
• 2 x Large eggs
• 1/3 c. molasses
• 1 3/4 c. flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 c. Old Fashioned Oats (don't use quick cooking oats)
• 1/2 c. minced nuts (optional)
• 1 c. raisins (optional) (I use 1 1/2 c.)

Directions