OATMEAL – FRUIT COOKIES
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. water
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. chopped, pitted dates
1/2 c. chopped, peeled apple
1/2 c. oleo or butter
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. chopped walnuts
Sift or mix together flour, baking soda and cinnamon; set aside. In 2
quart saucepan over medium high heat bring water, dates, apple and
raisins to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 3 minutes. Remove from
heat. Add oleo; stir until melted. Pour into large bowl; cool slightly.
Add beaten eggs and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients, oats and nuts.
Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls, 2
inches apart, on greased baking sheet. Bake in 350 degree oven for
12 to 14 minutes. Remove from baking sheet. Cool on racks. Store in
refrigerator in airtight container. Makes about 40 cookies.
