Ingredients & Directions
2 c Raw carrots, grated
2 c Shortening
1 1/2 c Brown sugar
1 1/2 c White sugar
2 ts Vanilla
2 ts Soda , in hot water
2 tb Hot water
4 c Uncooked oatmeal
4 Eggs
2 ts Salt
2 tb Water
Cook carrots in 2 tablespoons water, covered, over medium heat for about 5
minutes. Cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. Mix in flour
and salt along with soda dissolved in hot water. Add oatmeal and undrained
carrots. If desired add peanuts, coconut or raisins. Bake at 375o for 10
minutes. Store uncovered for crisper cookie or covered for soft cookies.
Makes 10 dozen cookies
Yields
60 Servings