3/4 c. shortening
1 c. packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. mashed ripe banana
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. unsifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3 c. uncooked oats
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. nuts

In a large bowl, beat shortening, brown sugar, egg, mashed banana and vanilla until creamy. Mix flour, salt and baking soda. Blend into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, raisins and nuts.

Drop by rounded teaspoons onto greased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Delicious.