My husband, who normally isn’t fond of oatmeal, thinks these old-fashioned cookies are great. With a hint of nutmeg, their aroma is wonderful as they bake...and they taste even better!
—KAREN HENSON ST. LOUIS, MO
PREP: 15 MIN. • BAKE: 10 MIN./BATCH • MAKES: 5 1/2 DOZEN
1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla.
2. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cinnamon and mix it well; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
3. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.