Bushel of Cookies

Makes 24 dozen.

2 pounds raisins, finely chopped
1 pound pecans, finely chopped
5 cups butter, softened
11 cups granulated sugar
12 eggs
1 cup maple syrup
1 quart (4 cups) milk
1/4 cup vanilla extract
12 cups quick-cooking oats
21 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking powder
1/4 cup baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
2 (12 ounce) packages butterscotch chips

Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, a few at a time, mixing well after each. Add syrup, milk and vanilla extract; mix well. Stir in oats, raisins and pecans.

Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into oat mixture. Fold in chips. Cover and chill for 2 hours.

Drop by rounded tablespoons 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes.