1 c. butter
2 eggs
2 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. vanilla
2 to 3 tbsp. molasses
2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. oatmeal
1/3 c. wheat germ (optional)
1 c. raisins (optional)

Mix butter, eggs, sugar, salt, cinnamon, vanilla, and molasses. Add flour and soda, combined. Work in oatmeal. Drop by heaping spoonfuls on cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 3 1/2 to 4 dozen cookies.