Tumbleweed Oatmeal Crispies

Yield: 5 dozen

Ingredients

• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3 cups quick oatmeal
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Cream shortening and sugars together.
2. Add beaten eggs and vanilla extract; beat well.
3. Add flour which has been sifted with salt and baking soda.
4. Add oatmeal and walnuts. Mix well.
5. Form into long rolls, then chill.
6. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
7. Slice 1/4 inch thick and bake for 10 minutes.