Oatmeal Raisin (or choc. chip) cookies

Cream together:    
1 c. crisco
1 c. sugar
1c. brown sugar (less is OK)

Add to mixture above:
2eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix aside:
1 tsp. baking soda
2 t. warm water
Dissolve, then add to rest.

Add 1 1/2 cups flour, then mix.
Add 3 cups oatmeal, then mix.
Add raisins or chocolate chips, then mix.

Bake at 375 for 7-10 minutes.  Makes 4-5 dozen.
(If baking frozen dough, try 10-13 min)
Makes 4-5 dozen