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Oatmeal Walnut Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 14
These yummy cookies, from Marjorie Ferrin of Colorado Springs, Colorado, are perfect with an afternoon cup of coffee or glass of milk.
Ingredients:
1/3 cup shortening
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
6 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Beat in egg and vanilla. In a small bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in walnuts.
2. Drop by tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Let stand for 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Yield: 14 cookies.
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