Oatmeal Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
3 c. oatmeal
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. soda
1/2 c. nuts (optional)

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and vanilla.
Beat well. Sift and add flour, salt and soda.
Add oatmeal and nuts.
Mix well.
Shape into rolls.
Wrap in waxed paper and chill approximately 30 minutes.
Slice 1/4-inch thick and bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes.