1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
2 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. raisins or chocolate chips
1 tsp. baking soda

Let stand for 1/2 hour then add 2 cups flour and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Drop by spoonful onto greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees until golden.