| 1 | Combine shortening, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla in large bowl. |
| 2 | Beat at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended. |
| 3 | Combine 1-?cups flour, baking soda and salt. |
| 4 | Stir into creamed mixture with spoon. |
| 5 | Stir in oats, then the hazelnuts. |
| 6 | Toss apricots with remaining 1 tablespoon flour. |
| 7 | Stir into dough. |
| 8 | Stir in milk chips. |
| 9 | Shape into 1-?inch balls. |
| 10 | Flatten slightly. |
| 11 | Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. |
| 12 | Bake at 350f for 11 to 13 minutes, or until slightly moist in center and just beginning to brown around edges. |
| 13 | Remove immediately to waxed paper covered paper towels. |
| 14 | * cookfdn brings you this recipe with permission |
