2 lbs. melted butter
3 c. brown sugar
8 eggs
4 tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 1/4 c. hot water
4 tsp. vanilla

Mix well and add to: 6 c. flour 8 c. oatmeal (quick cooking)

No salt - that's right - no salt.

Use a large dishpan to mix. After dough is mixed, divide into three or four portions. Add chocolate chips, raisins, coconut, nuts, or whatever combination you like to make a variety from the same dough.