1/2 c. softened shortening
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
3 tbsp. milk
1 1/4 c. all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. Quaker 100% natural cereal

Beat shortening, sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla together until creamy. Sift together flour, soda, and salt; add to creamed mixture; blend well. Stir in natural cereal.

Drop by teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheets. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes. Makes 3 dozen.