Oatmeal and Raisin Cookies

These are cookies for everyone to enjoy. These are crispy, melt-in-the-mouth oatmeal and raisin cookies. They are a wholesome treat, packed with oatmeal and raisins for extra flavour and nutrition. It`s worth making a double batch and freezing some.
Oats are high in soluble fiber and a source of healthy fats.They can keep hunger at bay, lower "bad" cholesterol,boost "good" cholesterol, maintain a good circulatory system, and help prevent heart attacks.They keep blood sugar levels even.Oats are particularly suitable for dieters, people with insulin resistance, and diabetics.

Ingredients

1/3 cup reduced-salt organic butter
1/2 cup sucanat sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 cup organic flour
1/2 cup oatmeal
1 1/3 cups raisins

Directions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2.Place the butter and sugar in a bowl and beat with electric mixer until pale and fluffy.Gradually beat in the egg.
3.Sift over the flour, then add the oatmeal and raisins and fold in with a large metal spoon.
4.Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto 3 greased baking sheets, leaving enough space around each spoonful to allow it to spread during baking.
5.Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden-brown.
6.Cool slightly on the baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool completely.
7.These cookies can be kept in an airtight container for 3-4 days or frozen for 2 months.

Oatmeal and raisin cookies variations:
For a warmer flavour, you can sift in 1-1 1/2 teaspoons mixed spice (cinnamon and ginger with the flour.)

Yields 18 cookies

I`m sure that your family will appreciate this nice little treat.

Enjoy!
Sylvie Thibert