Carrot Pecan Cookies

1 1/2 cup flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
1/4 tsp cinnamon
8 Tbs butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup grated carrots
3/4 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup raisins

Heat oven to 325F. Lightly grease 2 baking sheets. Combine the flour, baking powder and soda, salt and spices. Beat the butter with the sugar until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Beat in the egg and the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture. Stir in carrots, nuts and raisins. Drop the batter by generous tablespoons onto the greased baking sheets 2" apart. Bake until edges are lightly browned for 20 -25 minutes. Makes about 2 dozen.

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