1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. rolled oats
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract
3/4 c. nuts, if desired

Cream shortening and sugar; add beaten eggs. Sift flour and soda; fold into first mixture with rolled oats. Add flavorings and nuts. Drop by teaspoons onto greased cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees about 10 minutes.