2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
4 eggs
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tbsp. hot water
1 tsp. salt
4 c. flour
4 c. oatmeal
4 c. chocolate chips

Mix shortening and sugar. Add beaten eggs. Dissolve soda in water and add with salt. Mix well. Stir in flour then oatmeal and chocolate chips.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Makes 12 dozen.