Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients:
- 1 c. granulated sugar
- 1/2 c. shortening
- 1 egg
- 1 c. molasses
- 2 c. sifted flour
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 1/2 tsp. soda
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 c. quick cooking oatmeal

Directions:
- Cream sugar and shortening.
- Add egg and molasses; beat well. Add sifted dry ingredients and mix well.
- Add vanilla and stir in oatmeal.
- Drop from teaspoon onto greased baking sheet.
- Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Yields approximately 48 cookies.