1 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/4 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. quick-cooking rolled oats
1/4 c. chopped nuts

Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt. Add brown sugar, shortening, egg and vanilla. Beat well. Stir in rolled oats and nuts. Form dough into small balls. Dip tops in a little additional granulated sugar. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.