Christmas Oatmeal Fruit Drops

1 1/2 cups all-purpose four
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 cup margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 1/2 cups quick or instant oats
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped candied cherries
1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional

Combine flour, salt, soda and cinnamon; stir to blend well.
Cream margarine, sugar and eggs thoroughly.
Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately with milk.
Stir in oats, raisins, cherries and nuts.
Drop mixture by teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets.
Bake at 375*F for 12 - 14 minutes.
Makes about 4 dozen.