Hermits II

Hermits are a favorite cookie in New England.
==Ingredients==
*1/3 cup butter or margarine
*1/2 cup sugar
*1/2 cup molasses
*2 eggs
*2 cups flour
*1/2 teaspoon salt
*1/4 teapsoon baking soda
*2 teaspoons baking powder
*1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
*1/4 teaspoon each:
**mace
**nutmeg
**allspice
*3/4 cup raisins
*1/2 cup chopped nuts
==Preparation==
#Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
#Add molasses and eggs. Beat well.
#Sift together dry ingredients; mix with raisins and nuts, then add to molasses mixture. Blend well.
#Spread evenly in a 12"x8"x2" baking pan.
#Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Cool, then cut into squares. 
==External links==
Category:Cookie Recipes