Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1 cup raisins (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
2. In a large bowl, cream the shortening, brown sugar and eggs. Stir in the coffee. Gradually blend in flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Stir in raisins if using. Drop by spoonfuls 2 inches apart on cookie sheets.
3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on wire racks.