Oatmeal Cookies (Box Recipe)

¾ c. shortening; 1 c. brown sugar; ½ c. granulated sugar; 1 egg; ½ c. water; 1 t. vanilla; 1 c. flour; 1 t. salt; ½ t. soda; 3 c. oats, uncooked

Place shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla in mixing bowl; beat thoroughly. Sift together flour, salt & soda; add to shortening mixture. Blend in oats and drop by teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheets.
Bake @ 350° for 12-15 minutes.