3/4 c. soft shortening (Crisco)
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3 c. oats (uncooked)

For variety, add 3/4 cup raisins, chopped nuts, coconut or chocolate chips.

Beat shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla together until creamy. Sift together flour, salt and soda; add to creamed mixture and blend well. Stir in oats and your choice of raisins, etc. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.

Bake in preheated 350°F oven 12 to 15 minutes.

Number of Servings:

Makes 5 dozen or 2 servings. Preparation Time: 15 minutes?