Oatmeal Crispies

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla.

Combine the remaining ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture.

Drop by tablespoons 2-inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten with a fork.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 min. or

Source: The Best of Country Cookies