Oatmeal Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. white sugar
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. chopped dates
1/2 c. chocolate chips (optional)

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar.
Add eggs and vanilla.
Add flour and salt and mix well.
Add oatmeal, nuts, dates and chocolate chips.
Place in a 9 x 13-inch greased pan.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 minutes.
Do not bake longer.
Cut in squares.