Molasses Oatmeal Cookies

1 1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup oil (or 1 stick butter)
6 tablespoons molasses
2 eggs
1 cup flour
3 cups rolled oats
1/4 cup powdered milk
1 cup raisins
1 cup nuts, optional

Mix ingredients in order listed.  Drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet.
Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.

Can be made into bars by pressing into a 9 by 12 pan.  Do not overbake.



Recipe from the heart of my kitchen:  "Jann's PA Dutch Kitchen"
http://geocities.datacellar.net/Heartland/Ranch/5212
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