Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Ingredients

• 3 eggs, well beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup pecans, chopped (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, stir together all ingredients.

3. 3

   Shape dough into 1 inch balls.

4. 4

   Place on ungreased baking sheets; flatten with fingers.

5. 5

   Bake at 350 degrees for 10-11 minutes.

6. 6

   Do not overbake.

7. 7

   Remove to a wire rack to cool.