Oatmeal Cookies

1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour, (do not sift)
1 teaspoon soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups oatmeal

Directions:
Cream margarine, shortening, and sugar. Add eggs, vanilla and dry ingredients. Stir in oats and nuts (1/2 cup optional). Form dough into 3 rolls and wrap in wax paper. Chill or freeze. Bake 350 degrees for 7-10 minutes.

Source: Mary Smith