2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. raisins (optional)
1 c. shortening
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. quick oats
1 tsp. salt

Cream sugar and shortening; add beaten eggs, vanilla and flour sifted with oats, soda and salt. Beat well. Add raisins. Bake on greased cookie sheet at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes. Makes 4 dozen cookies, recipe can be cut in half.