Oatmeal Cookies(Makes 5 Dozen) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening, soft
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. sifted enriched flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. soda
3 c. oatmeal, uncooked

Preparation

Put shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla in bowl; beat thoroughly.
Sift together flour, salt and soda.
Add to shortening mixture.
Mix well.
Blend in oats and drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
Bake in 350\u00b0 oven for 12 to 15 minutes.