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

Mix all ingredients togehter. Try not to touch dough with hands. Drop on cookie sheet with teaspoon. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown.