3 eggs, well beaten
1 c. raisins or dates (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. granulated sugar
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. oatmeal
Walnuts or pecans (optional)

Combine eggs, raisins and vanilla. Let mixture stand 1 hour. Thoroughly cream together shortening, brown and white sugars. Sift flour, salt, soda and cinnamon into sugar mixture. Mix well. Blend in eggs and raisins, oatmeal and nuts. Dough will be stiff. Press dough on ungreased cookie sheet. Do not over bake.