For many years, raisin rocks were the staple in the Olson household.

Combine:

1/2 cup soft butter

1/2 cup shortning

1 1/2 cups brown sugar

3 eggs

Add:

3 cups flour

1 teaspoon soda

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1 teaspoon cloves

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1 cup raisins

1 cup nuts

Drop from a teaspoon on lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 350.