2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/4 c. granulated sugar
1 c. butter flavored vegetable shortening
2 eggs
2 tbsp. water
1 (12 oz.) pkg. (2 c.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 1/2 c. quick oats, uncooked
1 c. chopped dried apple slices or raisins

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; set aside.

In large mixer bowl, beat sugar and shortening until creamy. Beat in eggs. Gradually add flour mixture and water. Stir in chocolate chips, oats and apples. Spread in an ungreased 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch baking pan. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely. Cut into 2 inch squares. Makes about 35 squares.