Bushel of Cookies

Ingredients

• 5 pounds granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 pounds lard
• 12 eggs
• 1 cup maple syrup (or 1 pint syrup)
• 3 tablespoons baking soda
• 2 pounds quick oats
• 3 tablespoons baking powder
• 1 quart sweet milk
• 6 pounds all-purpose flour
• 1 pound salted peanuts, coarsely ground
• 1 pound raisins, coarsely ground

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients.
2. Bake at 350 degrees F.