1 c. sugar
3/4 c. shortening
2 eggs (1 egg if using chocolate bits)
1/3 c. milk
1 c. sifted flour
3 c. instant oats (uncooked)
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. raisins or chocolate bits

Cream sugar, shortening, and eggs; add milk. Sift together dry ingredients; fold into egg mixture. Add raisins or chocolate bits.

Bake in moderate oven (375 degrees) 12-15 minutes.