1 1/4 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
3 c. oatmeal
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
Buttermilk

Mix above; add about 1/2 cup buttermilk, just enough to make mixture hold shape. Roll thin, cut with large cookie cutter. Bake in moderate oven, 325 to 350 degrees. Sprinkle lightly with salt before baking.