1 1/4 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. quick cooking oats

Sift together flour, soda and salt; set aside. Work shortening with a spoon until soft. Gradually add sugars, then beat until well blended. Add eggs. Beat until fluffy and light. Add vanilla. Beat well. Add dry ingredients gradually, mixing well after each addition. Add oats. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Don't overcook! Makes about 4 dozen cookies. These were sent to me when I was in Vietnam by my wife.