1/2 c. shortening, creamed
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
1 egg
3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/3 c. chopped maraschino cherries
1 1/2 c. oats

Chill in refrigerator until mixture stiffens. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.