1 c. shortening
1 c. white sugar
1 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. oatmeal
2 eggs
2 c. sifted Grist Mill flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

Optional Additions:
1 (6 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1 c. coconut

Mix all ingredients together. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F. 12 to 15 minutes. (You can use other flour but the flavor will not be the same.)