3 c. brown sugar
3 c. butter (1 1/2 lbs.)
6 c. oatmeal
1 tbsp. baking soda
3 c. flour

Put all ingredients in a large bowl. Mash and knead with hands until well mixed. Form into small balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Butter bottom of a flat glass; dip in sugar and flatten cookies. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes. This recipe may successfully be cut in half or thirds.