Prep time: 1 hour

Serves 6-8

Ingredients:

2 sticks softened butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 extra large eggs

18 ounces (1 pound 2 ounces) rolled oats

2 cups raisins

1 cup unbleached flour

1 tablespoon baking soda

1 tablespoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon salt

Directions:

Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt- set aside.

Cream together the butter, sugars, and vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the eggs- mix until incorporated.

Add the oats and blend just until all of the ingredients come together.

Add the flour mixture- mix for 30 seconds.

Add the raisins- mix for an additional 30 seconds.

Drop by the tablespoon onto a greased cookies sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges become brown.

Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve!