1 1/3 c. shortening (half butter)
1 c. sugar (scant)
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs

Cream together.

3 c. flour
1 c. oatmeal or cracked wheat
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips

Stir in dry ingredients. If you like a softer more cake-like cookie, add 1/4 cup water.