1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. vegetables shortening
1 3/4 c. quick oats
1/2 c. nut meats, chopped
1 egg, well beaten
1 c. mashed bananas, fully ripe, 2-3

Blend shortening into the sifted flour mixture. Add oats, nuts; add egg and bananas. Stir up quickly. Drop by teaspoonful about 1 1/2 inches apart onto a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes. Makes about 3 dozen.