You've Gotta Try These

The other day I was having crazy sugar-cravings. So, before I set off for school I gave Owen an assignment..."Make a treat." I left and then pushed the cravings aside for a little longer. On my way home I called Owen to see what he'd made. He made these...

...and boy were they yummy! Now, I may not know a lot about a lot of things. But cookies...I know cookies. I've had many an oatmeal raisin in my days -- good and bad. These beat 'em all. And, if you want my opinion, it's the cloves...they make the cookie. Try them; I dare you. And if they're not the best oatmeal raisin cookies you've EVER had, let me know so I can secretly think that you're crazy.

p.s. I love having a husband that can cook, and enjoys it too!! I bet you can't say that about your man...well, maybe you can...but mine makes breakfast every morning (without being asked), so my hubby is still better. *grin*

Beth's Spicy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup raisins

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter, butter flavored shortening, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Stir in the oats and raisins. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
• Bake 10 to 12 minutes until light and golden. Let them cool for 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheets to cool completely. Store in airtight container.