Ingredients

  • 1 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 3/4 c. quick-cooking oats
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 c. chopped walnuts

Method

  • Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt.
  • Add brown sugar, shortening, egg and vanilla; beat well.
  • Stir in oats and nuts.
  • Form dough into small balls and dip tops in a little additional sugar.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Makes about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.