Sunday, August 19, 2007

Applesauce Cookies

1 cup shortening
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup coffee (cold)
2 cups thick applesauce
3 1/2 cups flour (sifted)
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup nuts, chopped coarsely
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves

Mix shortening, sugar, and eggs
Add coffee and applesauce
Add remaining ingredients, mix well
Wrap in plastic wrap, chill several hours
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet
Bake at 400 F for 9 to 12 minutes
Cool on sheet for several minutes, than transfer to wire rack
When cooled may be iced.

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