Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. sifted flour
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. Crisco shortening
  • 3/4 c. brown sugar
  • 3/4 c. white sugar
  • 2 c. oatmeal
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp. hot water
  • 1 c. nut meats or 1 c. raisins
  • 2 pkg. semi-sweet chocolate bits
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Sift together flour, soda and salt; set aside.
  • Blend together shortening and sugar.
  • Add eggs and beat.
  • Stir in water and vanilla.
  • Add flour mixture and mix well.
  • Stir in nut meats or raisins, chocolate bits and oatmeal.
  • Bake at 375° for 15 to 20 minutes.