Apple Hermits

1 c. raisins

1 c. shortening

1 ½ c. brown sugar

¼ c. molasses

3 eggs

½ t. salt

1 t. soda

½ t. cloves

3 t. cinnamon

½ t. nutmeg

1 c. chopped walnuts

2 c. chopped apples

3 ½ c. flour

Cream shortening and brown sugar together. Add eggs and mix. Mix in dry ingredients. Finally add raisins, nuts, and apples and mix in. Drop by spoonfuls onto cookie sheet or baking parchment. Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes. Makes about 4-5 dozen, depending on size of scoops.