1 c. shortening or butter
1 c. white sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
Dash of salt
3 c. oatmeal
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
Nuts and raisins as you desire

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg, cream well. Add the dry ingredients. Drop by spoon and bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.