Oatmeal Crispies

Oatmeal Crispies

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
3 cups Quick Oats
1 cup cup-up dates (optional)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts 

Cream together shortening, sugars; beat in eggs, vanilla. Stir together flour, salt, soda. Stir into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, dates, & nuts. Form into small balls. Place about 1 1/2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 about 10 minutes, or until lightly brown. Cool slightly before removing to cooling rack. Makes about 6 dozen.