Moms soft raisin cookies

This is one of the recipes that I've been hoarding without trying for at least a decade...

Originally from Taste of Home cookies...

2 cups raisins

1 cup water

1 cup shortening 

1 3/4 cup sugar

2 eggs lightly beaten

1 tsp vanilla

3 1/2 cups flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Combine raisins and water in a small saucepan, bring to a boil. Cook for 3 min. Remove from heat and let cool - do not drain.

In a large bowl, cream shortening until light and fluffy . Gradually add sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and blend thoroughly. Stir in nuts and raisins.

Drop by teaspoonful 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 12-14 minutes or until set. Cool on wire racks.

And now... The review. This recipe should have a caution on it - SO SO ADDICTIVE!!!!! These are delicious. I brought them to work and no one could eat just one. A very risky recipe to make if watching your diet but the best recipe ever if trying to please a crowd.