Ginger-Oatmeal Sorghum Cookies

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 1/2 cups raisins
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 cup butter or margarine, melted
• 1 cup sorghum
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 to 2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 cup sugar

Preparation

1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; add butter and next 4 ingredients, stirring until blended.
2. Divide dough into 20 (2-inch) balls. Place 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets; flatten each ball to 1/4-inch thickness. Brush tops with 1 to 2 tablespoons water, and sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup sugar.
3. Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.