madrose76's Recipe

Oatmeal Cookies

Category: Cookies & Bars

From Sarah:
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. water
1 tsp vanilla
1 c. flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp soda
3 c. oats, uncooked

Beat shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla together until creamy. Sift together flour, salt, and soda. Add to creamed mixture & blend well. Stir in oats. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes. Makes 5 dozen.