Ingredients

1/2 c. shortening

1/2 c. brown sugar

1/2 c. sugar

1 beaten egg

1 tbsp. water

1/2 tsp. vanilla

3/4 c. flour

1/2 tsp. soda

1/2 tsp. salt

1 1/2 c. oatmeal

1 pkg. chocolate chips (small)

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar, add egg, water and vanilla; add all dry ingredients. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes. Yields 3 dozen medium cookies.