1 c. butter
1 c. white sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3 c. old fashioned or quick oatmeal, uncooked
1 c. nuts

Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, blend. Combine flour and spices, add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Stir in oatmeal and nuts. Shape dough in a roll 2 1/2 inches in diameter, wrap in foil and put in freezer 2 hours. Slice into 1/4 inch pieces and bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.