2 c. rolled oats
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. white sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. hot water
1/2 c. soft shortening
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Combine oats, sugar, flour and salt. Combine baking soda with hot water. Stir into oat mixture with shortening and vanilla. Roll into walnut size balls; place on greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 2 minutes before removing to wire rack to cool.

Makes 3 1/2 dozen.