minnesota mail carrier cookies

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18 Pinches
Martinez, GA
Updated on Dec 12, 2015

Don't know the reason for this odd name on this cookie, but for whatever reason they are as special as that name! I got this recipe years ago from a hostess on QVC! It is a delicious cookie, and they disappear quickly!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake
yield 2 dozen

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • 3 large eggs, well baten
  • 1 cup coconut
  • 1 cup dry oatmeal
  • 1 cup dates, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 2-1/2 cup flour

How To Make minnesota mail carrier cookies

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Step 2
    Dissolve the baking soda in warm water, and then combine with all the ingredients.
  • Step 3
    Drop by teaspoonfuls onto parchment lined baking sheets. Bake about 10 minutes, or until golden brown.

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Category: Cookies
Keyword: #coconut
Keyword: #oatmeal
Keyword: #walnuts
Keyword: #pecans
Keyword: #dates
Keyword: #raisins
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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