Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies | Food Stuff

Ingredients

• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup raisins (I used golden)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans