1 c. shortening
3/4 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 tbsp. hot water
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. chopped walnuts
2 c. quick cooking oats
1 (12 oz.) pkg. butterscotch chips

Cream shortening, sugars and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in hot water. Sift flour, soda and salt together; add gradually to creamed mixture.

Add walnuts and oats; mix well. Stir in chips. Drop by teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart, onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

Makes about 8 dozen.