Jumpin' Java Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1 cup raisins (optional)

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease 2 baking sheets.
• in a large bowl, cream the shortening, brown sugar and eggs. stir in the coffee. gradually blend in flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. stir in raisins if using. drop by spoonfuls 2 inches apart on cookie sheets.
• bake 10 to 12 minutes. let cool on wire racks.