1 1/2 c. sifted flour
3/4 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1 c. shortening (1/2 butter)
1 c. nut meats, cut finely
12 oz. pkg. chocolate chips
2 eggs, unbeaten
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. oatmeal
1 tsp. hot water
3/4 c. sugar

Sift flour once before measuring; then sift with soda and salt. Cream shortening until soft. Add sugars gradually, creaming until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add hot water to creamed mixture; then sifted dry ingredients. Add nut meats, chocolate, and oatmeal; mix thoroughly. Add vanilla and blend well. Drop by teaspoons onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.