1 c. butter, softened
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
3 c. oats, quick cooking
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. self rising flour
12 oz. chocolate chips
1 c. nuts, optional

Mix all ingredients. Drop by large spoonfuls on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 11 minutes. Cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes before removing. For best results, wash sheet in cold water and dry before cooking next batch.