1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. mashed bananas, 2 or 3
1 3/4 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Sift flour, soda, salt, and spices. Beat shortening until creamy. Add sugar gradually and continue beating until light and fluffy. Add egg and beat well. Add bananas, oats, and nutmeats and mix thoroughly. Add flour mixture. Drop on greased sheets by teaspoon. Bake 10-15 minutes in 400 degree oven. Makes 3 1/2 dozen.