Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
From some insert to Taste of Home
2 ½ cups shortening
5 cups sugar
4 eggs
1/3 cup molasses
1 tbsp vanilla
4 ¾ cups quick-cooking oats
4 1/3 cups flour
4 tsp baking powder
4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses and vanilla. Combine the remaining ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Makes about 13 dozen.