1 cup butter (no substitutes), softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (12 oz.) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups coarsely chopped peanuts

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the cream and vanilla. In a blender or food processor, process oats until finely ground. Combine oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture, Stir in chocolate chips and peanuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls 1-2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Yield: 6 dozen.

Submitted by: Mary Holloway