Oatmeal Cookies (2) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar (brown or white)
2 eggs
1/4 c. orange juice
2 tsp. grated orange peel
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
2 c. oatmeal
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

Cream shortening, sugar and eggs.
Add orange juice, orange peel and vanilla.
Mix well.
Add dry ingredients, then add the oatmeal.
Stir.
If desired, add;
cinnamon, dates, raisins or nut meats.
These are moist and flavorful. A very old recipe.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 12-15 minutes.