1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
3 c. uncooked oatmeal

Cream shortening and sugars; add and beat eggs and vanilla. Sift together and add flour, soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually mix in oatmeal and nuts.

Shape into 2 inch roll; wrap in foil or plastic and chill. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease cooking sheet; slice dough in 1/4 inch slices and bake for 10-12 minutes. These cookies pack well for Christmas---but don't last long!