Poor Man's Cookies

by Loreena Roberts

Servings: 3 dozen

INGREDIENTS

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 cup hot water
1/2 cup shortening, melted and cooled
1 tsp. vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS

In a mixing bowl, combine oats, sugars, flour and salt. In a separate bowl, combine soda and water; stir into oats mixture along with shortening and vanilla. Roll into walnut-size balls. Place on greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven; allow to stand 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.

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