1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
1 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. hot water
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. chocolate chips
1 c. oatmeal

Cream sugars, shortening and eggs. Add rest of ingredients. Spoon onto cookie sheet. Bake 350 degrees 8-10 minutes.