Perfect Raisin Drop Cookies

From Arlene Evans

2 c. raisins             

1 c. water                 

1 tsp. soda              

1 c. butter

2 c. sugar               

3 eggs                       

1 tsp. vanilla          

4 c. flour

1/2 tsp. salt            

1 tsp. cinnamon                 

1/4 tsp. nutmeg     

1 tsp. baking powder

1 c. chopped walnuts

Boil raisins and water briskly for 5 minutes. Cool and stir in baking soda.

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla and cream together.

Sift flour, salt, baking powder, cinnamon and nutmeg together and add to butter mixture.

Stir in raisins and water. Add chopped walnuts. Drop by spoon and bake in 375 degree oven.

To make Joe-safe, use dairy-free butter instead of regular butter.