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Oatmeal Crispies

Name: Oatmeal Crispies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 cups quick-cooking oats; 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 10 min./batch

Makes

5-1/2 dozen

My husband, who normally isn't fond of oatmeal, thinks these old-fashioned cookies are great. With a hint of nutmeg, their aroma is wonderful as they bake...and they taste even better! —Karen Henson, St. Louis, Missouri

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Ingredients

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda, salt nutmeg and cinnamon and mix well; gradually add to creamed mixture.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 156 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

Oatmeal Crispies

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