1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening
3/4 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. white sugar
2 eggs, unbeaten
1 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 tsp. hot water
1 c. nuts
1 c. chocolate chips
2 c. oatmeal
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream butter, sugar and eggs. Dissolve soda in water. Add to creamed mixture alternately with dry ingredients. Add chocolate chips, nuts, oatmeal and flour. Add vanilla and blend well. Chill. Drop by spoonfuls on greased cookie sheet. Bake in 350 degrees oven for 12 to 15 minutes.