1 c. butter
1 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. oatmeal
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 (12 oz.) bag chocolate chips
1 1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 chocolate bar (I leave this out sometimes)

Mix butter and sugars together until light. Add eggs and mix until blended. Add remaining ingredients and stir until well mixed. Bake in 350 to 375 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 5 dozen.