Oatmeal Cookie Love, By Request....

OK, I know that there are as many different kinds of oatmeal cookies out there as there are sexual positions. But I suggest to you all that this recipe is the best. Much like the missionary position, it is warm, cozy, familiar, effortless, and dammit, just plain underrated! By request, here you go.....

Tracy's Oatmeal Cookies

Preheat Oven to 350 degrees.

Cream Together:

½ cup vegetable shortening
½ cup margarine
1 cup brown sugar

Then Add:

1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda mixed with 4 Tbsp hot water
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 cups rolled oats
1 ½ cups flour (You can use one-half whole wheat)

Roll into balls about one inch in diameter. Flatten with a fork, and bake nine minutes. Remove from oven while still slightly soft.