Carrot Oatmeal Cookies.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 4 cups quick-cooking oats
• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugars. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Add carrots; mix well.

2. 2

   Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

3. 3

   Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 inches apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375 for 10-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.