Hermits

INGREDIENTS

• 1 C. shortening
• 2 C. brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 3 1/2 C. flour
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 tsp. nutmeg
• 1/2 C. sour milk (1 Tbsp. white vinegar added to milk)
• 1 C. chopped walnuts
• 2 C. raisins
• 1 C. chopped dates

INSTRUCTIONS

Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and beat well. Sift dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture, alternating with sour milk. Add nuts and fruits. Drop by tsp. on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 mins.

Recipe by Peggy