*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            OATMEAL COOKIES 1

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cookies                          Vegetarian

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1       c            Shortening
   2       c            Brown sugar
   3       c            Oats
   1       t            Vanilla
   1       t            Baking soda
     1/2   c            Water
   1       t            Salt
   2       c            White flour

  Beat shortening for 30 seconds.  Add sugar & beat till
  light & fluffy. Mix in the oats.
  Dissolve soda in water & set aside.  Mix in the
  vanilla & salt.  Add the flour, mixing alternately
  with the water.  Ensure that it is well mixed. Roll
  out dough on a floured board to 1/4 inch thickness.
  Cut with cookie cutters.  Bake at 375F on a cookie
  sheet for 12 to 15 minutes.  Cool on a wire rack.
 


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