Irene's Oatmeal Cookies

(modified from Quaker for softer cookie and less trans-fats)

1/4 c. shortening 1/2 c. butter

1/2 c. oil 2 c. dark brown sugar

1 c. sugar 2 eggs

1/2 c. water 2 t. pure vanilla

2 c. raisins 2 1/2 c. flour

1/2 t. salt 1 t. soda

6 c. quick cooking oats

Mix sugars, oil & shortenings well. Mix in egg, water & vanilla. Add raisins and let sit for a few minutes. Add flour, soda & salt all at once. Mix well. Add oats, mix and let sit for 10 minutes. Roll into balls or drop from a spoon onto a greased baking sheet.

Oven 350 12 minutes. Makes 8 dozen