1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3 c. oatmeal
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs. Add dry ingredients. Form into rolls and wrap in waxed paper. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Slice and bake on ungreased cookie sheets for 8-10 minutes at 400 degrees. These can also be frozen. Thaw slightly before slicing. Makes 7 dozen.