Craisin Spice Cookies

Combine in small saucepan and bring to a boil and then simmer 5 minutes:
2 C Craisins (or Raisins)
1 C water
1 Tsp B Soda
cool and set aside

Cream:
1 C Shortening
2 C sugar

Add and mix well:
3 eggs beaten
1/2 tsp vanilla

Add and mix thoroughly:
4 C flour
1 tsp B soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg

Stir in:
Craisins and water
1 1/2 C chopped walnuts

Drop by TBSP onto lightly greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 10-12 minutes