1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 oz. chocolate square, melted over hot water & cooled
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. cinnamon (or rum)
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. Quick Quaker oats
1/2 c. nuts

Cream shortening and sugar. Blend in chocolate, vanilla and 2 tablespoons of water. Mix flour and oatmeal with soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir into creamed mixture. Stir in nuts.

Form into 1 inch balls in your hands, which are lightly floured. Place 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Flatten with glass pressed in sugar. Bake in 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes. Don't overcook.