1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. rolled oats
1 c. gum drops (no black)

Mix together shortening and sugars; beat well. Add eggs and vanilla; continue beating.

Sift dry ingredients together and add to creamed mixture. Add oats and gum drops. Drop by teaspoonful onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.