| 1 | Beat shortening for 30 seconds. |
| 2 | Add sugar & beat till light & fluffy. |
| 3 | Mix in the oats. |
| 4 | Dissolve soda in water & set aside. |
| 5 | Mix in the vanilla & salt. |
| 6 | Add the flour, mixing alternately with the water. |
| 7 | Ensure that it is well mixed. |
| 8 | Roll out dough on a floured board to ?inch thickness. |
| 9 | Cut with cookie cutters. |
| 10 | Bake at 375f on a cookie sheet for 12 to 15 minutes. |
| 11 | Cool on a wire rack. |
