Oatmeal Cookies

1 c shortening
1 c sugar
1 c brown sugar
1/2 t vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/4 c flour
1 t soda
1/2 t salt
1 tsp cinnamon
3 c quick oatmeal


Directions:  Cream shortening, sugar,, vanilla and eggs in a bowl until it is light and fluffy. Sift together dry ingredients (except oatmeal) and stir into creamed mixture. Stir in oatmeal. Drop spoonfuls on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 8 minutes or until light brown. Cook for 10 minutes if you want crisp cookies.

Hint:  These are also good with Chocolate Chips added and cinnamon excluded.  

Recipe Contributor:  Ellen Cleek