1 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. quick cooking oats
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
3/4 c. maple syrup
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Mix flour, salt, baking powder, oats and nuts together. Cream shortening; add egg and beat until light and fluffy. Add syrup, vanilla and mix well. Add dry ingredients. Drop by teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet. Bake 8-12 minutes at 400 degrees.