2 c. crushed potato chips
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped nuts

For variation, can use chocolate chips.

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and beat well. Then add rest of ingredients. Roll in balls and flatten on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes.