Cookbook:Oatmeal Cookies I

| Desserts

A tasty oatmeal cookie, just like those you remember.

Ingredients

 * ¾ cup (180 g) shortening
 * 1 cup (240 g) brown sugar
 * ½ cup (120 g) white sugar
 * 1 egg
 * ¼ cup (60 ml) water
 * 1 teaspoon vanilla
 * 3 cups (700 g) rolled oats
 * 1 cup (240 g) all-purpose flour
 * ½ teaspoon baking soda
 * ¼ teaspoon salt
 * 1 cup raisins (optional)

Special equipment

 * Electric mixer

Procedure

 * 1) Using a mixer, cream together the shortening, brown sugar, white sugar, egg, water and vanilla until light and fluffy (about 10 minutes on high).
 * 2) In a mixing bowl, mix together the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
 * 3) Add dry ingredients into wet, mix well using mixer.
 * 4) Stir in raisins if using.
 * 5) Scoop the portions out—this recipe makes 20 cookies, so make 20 portions.
 * 6) Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 8–10 minutes.

Notes, tips and variations

 * These taste best when still warm.