Oatmeal Cookies (Cub Scout)

By slw1112

Ingredients

• 3/4 c. shortening
• 1 c. brown sugar
• 1/2 c. granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 c. water
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 3 c. uncooked oats
• 1 c. flour
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

Step 1

Beat together shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla until creamy. Add combined remaining ingredients and mix well. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. For variety, add chopped nuts, raisins, chocolate chips or coconut. Makes approximately 60 cookies.