1 Cup Sugar 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 1/2 Cup Shortening 1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg 1 Egg 1/2 Teaspoon Cloves 1 Cup Persimmon Pulp 1/4 Teaspoon Salt 2 Cups Flour 1 Cup Chopped Nuts Or Raisins 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
Cream sugar and shortening. Add egg, beat well. Stir in persimmon pulp. In medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Add gradually to persimmon mixture. Stir in nuts or raisins. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Makes 2 to 3 dozen.
Recipe - Helen Ferre
"These are your typical spiced cookie and are particularly strong of clove. What is special about these cookies is the light, spongy cake-like texture." - April Ferre
