Preparation:
Cream together the margarine and sugar. Beat in the eggs, molasses and
cinnamon. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking
powder and salt. Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture alternately with
sour milk, if you have no sour milk, add a dash of white vinegar to regular
milk. Mix well. Add oats, raisins and, if desired, 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
Drop by teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheets. Bake in a preheated oven to
350 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Cool slightly, remove from sheet and cool
completely on racks. |