1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
3 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. pecans

Cream shortening and sugar. Add vanilla and beaten eggs, then add the dry ingredients. Mix well. Add the oatmeal and nuts. Drop by spoonful onto a baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes or until light brown in a 350 degree oven.