1 c. shortening
1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. flour
3 c. quick oats
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
Opt.: 1/4 c. peanut butter

Mix shortening, both sugars and eggs together. Add dry ingredients. Mix in peanut butter if desired. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes on greased cookie sheets.