1 1/2 c. rolled oats
3/4 c. flour
1/3 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1 egg
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. vanilla
Nuts or raisins or chocolate chips (opt.)

Mix all ingredients together to a thick, creamy texture. Add nuts or extras if desired, then drop batter by teaspoon onto baking sheet. Bake in 375 degree oven about 12 minutes until slightly brown. Remove immediately to wire racks for cooling.