Hermits II

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Hermits are a favorite cookie in New England.

[edit] 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

[edit] Preparation

1. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add molasses and eggs. Beat well.
3. Sift together dry ingredients; mix with raisins and nuts, then add to molasses mixture. Blend well.
4. Spread evenly in a 12"x8"x2" baking pan.
5. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Cool, then cut into squares.

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