Blue Ribbon Oatmeal Cookies (Kay Hillje)

These are one of Scott’s favorites. Kay Hillje

Cream together:

½ c. margarine/butter ½ c. shortening

1 c. sugar 1 c. brown sugar

Add:

2 eggs, beaten 1 t. vanilla

Sift together and add:

1 ½ c. flour 1 t. baking soda

1 t. salt

Mix well. Stir in:

3 c. quick or old fashioned oats 1 c. nuts, optional

1c. raisins, optional

Bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 10-15 minutes at 350°.