1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. brown sugar
2 unbeaten eggs
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. hot water
1 c. shortening or butter
1 pkg. chocolate chips
3/4 c. white sugar
2 c. quick uncooked oatmeal

Combine flour, soda, oatmeal and salt. Cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs; beat well. Add hot water and vanilla. Mix dry ingredients and creamed ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.