2 c. quick oats
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1/4 c. milk
1 c. raisins or chopped dates
1 c. chopped nuts

Stir together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, soda and salt; set aside. Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs and milk. Beat well. Add dry ingredients, then stir in raisins (or dates) and nuts. Drop from teaspoon 1- inch apart onto greased cookie sheets. Bake in 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes 4 to 5 dozen cookies.