Corn Meal Cookies

You will need:

  • 3/4 c. shortening or butter
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1-1/2 c. flour
  • 1/2 c. yellow or white corn meal
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 c. raisins (optional)

Mix shortening, sugar, and egg in a bowl. Beat well.

Add rest of ingredients and mix well.

Drop by teaspoons on greased baking sheet.

Bake at 350° until lightly browned (around 14 minutes). Enjoy!