1 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. butter
1/4 c. white sugar
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 pkg. instant vanilla pudding
2 eggs
3 1/2 c. oatmeal
1 c. raisins

Stir flour and baking soda. Mix all ingredients together. Drop by rounded teaspoons about 2 inches apart. Bake in a greased oven-proof pan at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until brown on top.

Variation: 2 c. oatmeal 2 1/4 c. flour 1 pkg. chocolate chips