Ralph's Oatmeal Scotchies

1 c. brown sugar
1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 T. milk
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. butterscotch/vanilla chips (or chocolate/peanut butter chips, coconut or nuts)

Preheat oven to 350. 

Beat shortening & sugars until creamy. Add eggs, vanilla & milk; mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to shortening mixture; mix well. Stir in oatmeal and chips.

Spoon drops of dough onto prepared cookie sheet, bake 10 minutes or until edges are light brown. Let stand 5 minutes before removing to racks to cool.

from: Denise