Filled Cookies

In a large bowl, cream together shortening and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, then stir in the cream and vanilla.

Combine 3 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the creamed mixture.

Cover and refrigerate dough for 2 hours, or until firm.

To make the filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir together 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon flour.

Mix in the raisins, walnuts and water.

Cook until thickened, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Grease cookie sheets.

On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness.

Using a round cutter, cut out 48 circles 2 1/2 to 3 inches in diameter. Assemble the cookies by placing one onto the cookie sheet, place a teaspoon of filling in the center, then cover with another cookie.

Press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Repeat with remaining dough, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden brown.

Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

CAUTION: Filling will be extremely hot.