Slice & Bake Oatmeal Cookies

Directions

Cut four 14×12-inch pieces of waxed paper or plastic wrap.

Cream shortening, granulated sugar and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth.

Beat in eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy.

In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt and baking soda.

Gradually stir flour mixture into egg mixture until blended.

Stir in oats, nuts and raisins. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces.

Shape each piece into an 8 to 10-inch roll.

Wrap each roll in 1 piece of waxed paper or plastic wrap.

Place wrapped rolls in a plastic freezer container with a tight-fitting lid, or wrap airtight in a 14×12-inch piece of heavy-duty foil.

Label with date and contents. Store in freezer.

To bake 1 roll, preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Lightly grease 2 large baking sheets; set aside.

Cut prepared frozen dough into ¼ inch thick slices.

Place about 1 inch apart on baking sheets and bake 10 to 12 minutes until edges are browned and centers are slightly set.

Cool completely on wire racks.