French Cookies ================== from Jenny Wilson Ingredients ----------- * 3 c. flour * 2 c. brown sugar * 1 tsp. baking soda * 1 tsp. baking powder * 1/2 tsp. salt * 2 eggs * 1 c. shortening (melted) * 1 c. hot water * 1 tsp vanilla * 1 c. rasins (golden) * 1/2 c. nuts Instructions ------------ #. Mix together flour, brown sugar, soda, baking powder and salt in large bowl. #. Add eggs, shortening, hot water, vanilla, raisins and nuts. #. Stir until mixed. Spread evenly on one large or two medium cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degress for 15-20 minutes or until golden and knife comes out clean. #. Mix powdered sugar and milk for icing glaze. #. Spread icing while cookies are hot out of the oven. Notes ----- * Glass of milk reccomended.