1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. milk
1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. uncooked regular oats, no salt
Raisin, chocolate bits, nuts; optional

Bake in 350 degree oven in greased pan. Beat brown sugar and granulated sugar, shortening, egg, vanilla, and milk until smooth.

Sift together flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add al at once to egg mixture; beat until smooth.

Add oats and mix well. Place in refrigerator to chill for 10 minutes. Drop by spoonful on to greased sheet.

Bake 8 minutes. Let cookies set on pan for a few minutes before removing. Enjoy!