Raisin Bars

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Makes: 30 Bars

1 cup raisins
1 1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups flour

Combine raisins and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Drain liquid, reserving 1/2 cup. Add soda to reserved liquid and set aside.

In a mixing bowl, cream sugar and shortening. Add egg, vanilla, and reserved liquid. Stir in cinnamon and flour and raisins.

Spread batter into a greased 9"x13" baking pan. Bake at 350 F. for 15-20 minutes.

Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze as desired.

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