Diabetic Apple Raisin Cookies

Diabetic Apple Raisin Cookies 1 cup raisins 1/3 cup dates 1/2 cup chopped apples 3/4 cup chopped nuts 1 cup water 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 2 well beaten eggs or egg substitute 2 1/2 tsp. liquid sweetener 1 cup flour 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder Soak raisins and dates for 1 hour or longer. Boil raisins, dates and apples for 3 minutes, add shortening to melt, cool and add remaining ingredients with nuts last. Refrigerate until well chilled. Drop by teaspoons onto cookie sheet. Bake at 350ºF. for 10 to 12 minutes