3 1/4 c. quick oats
3/4 c. butter
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
Generous handful of raisins
1/2 c. chopped walnuts (optional)

Work all ingredients together with fingers until blended. Press into small balls. On a cookie sheet flatten each one with a moistened fork, dipping the fork in water to prevent sticking. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minute or until lightly browned. Let cool on a cookie sheet a minute or two before removing with spatula.