1 1/4 c. unsifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. butter, softened
1/4 c. granulated sugar
3/4 c. firmly packed light brown sugar
1 pkg. (4 serving size) Jello brand vanilla pudding
2 eggs
3 1/2 c. quick cooking rolled oats
1 c. raisins (opt.)

Mix flour with baking soda. Combine butter, the sugars and pudding mix in large mixer bowl; beat until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs. Gradually add flour mixture; stir stir in oats and raisins (batter will be stiff). Drop by rounded measuring teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, about 2" apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.

Makes about 5 dozen.