Raisin Icebox Cookies

• 1 ½ cups raisins {or dates}
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup shortening
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 Tbsp vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 5 cups flour [whole wheat works well]
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• Chopped nuts, optional

1. Cover raisins/dates with water and bring to boil. {Cut dates with scissors before boiling.} Drain & reserve liquid.
2. Chop raisins/dates.
3. Cream sugars and shortening; add eggs, vinegar, vanilla, and fruit.
4. Combine dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture. {Add some cooking liquid if too dry.}
5. Knead until smooth.
6. Roll into 2” diameter rolls; wrap in waxed paper and freeze overnight.
7. Slice & bake for 10 minutes at 400*F.

Megan's Notes: These are one of my favorite cookies. Not too sweet; just right among all the other sugary holiday goodies. =)