by Aunt Ida Moore
1 c. shortening (1/2 at least butter)
1 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, beaten
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
3 c. oatmeal (quick)
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1 tsp. vanilla
Thoroughly cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Add sifted dry ingredients. Add oatmeal and nuts. Mix well and shape into rolls. Wrap in waxed paper and chill thoroughly or overnight. Slice 1/4″ thick. Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 350° for about 10 minutes. Makes 5 dozen.
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