1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
3 c. oats
1/2 c. pecans (optional)
1/2 c. chocolate chips (optional)

Cream shortening, and sugar, beat in eggs and vanilla. Sift flour, salt, soda, and add to mixture. Blend well, then add oats, nuts and chips. Mix well. Form into teaspoon size balls and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake 10 minutes at 350 degrees.