1 c. shortening
2 sticks butter
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. white sugar
4 lg. eggs
2 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1/4 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
4 1/2 c. flour
2 c. oatmeal
2 c. chocolate chips

Mix ingredients in the order given. Drop by tablespoons onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Excellent, crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside.