Recipe: Lacy Oatmeal Crisps (cookies)

LACY OATMEAL CRISPS

2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 beaten

Combine rolled oats, baking soda and salt; set aside.

In large saucepan combine brown sugar, shortening and butter or margarine. Cook and stir over low heat until melted; remove from heat. Stir in dry ingredients. Add eggs; mix well. Drop from a teaspoon 3 inches apart onto a greased cookie sheet; stir remaining batter often.

Bake in 375 degree F oven for 6 to 7 minutes. Cool 2 minutes; remove to wire rack.

Makes about 48 cookies