1 c. (2 sticks) butter
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3 c. oatmeal
1 c. chopped nuts

Cream butter and sugars. Blend in eggs, vanilla. Combine dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture. Stir in oatmeal and nuts. Make into a roll 2 1/2 inches (or smaller) in diameter. Wrap in aluminum foil. Put in freezer for 2 hours. Cut in 1/4 inch slices. Bake at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes.

Makes 4 dozen.