Ingredients

1 cup raisins1 cup water3/4 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon baking soda2 cups packed brown sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt

Preparation

In a small saucepan, combine raisins and water. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup. Set aside to cool.

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins with liquid.

Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until the surface cracks. Remove to wire racks to cool.