AKA Traci's favorite and my favorite, too. My mom has been making these cookies for my dad for years.
Double Batch
1 1/2 C shortening
2 C sugar
2 eggs
1/2 C water
2 tsp vanilla
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
2 C flour
6 C oatmeal
Optional: chocolate chips, raisins. (I like chocolate chips)
Cream shortening with sugars and eggs. Add water and vanilla. Add dry ingredients. Add chocolate chips and/or raisins if desired.
Bake at 350ยบ for 10-12 minutes.