1/2 package butterscotch chips
3/4 cup plain flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 + 2 Tablespoon sugar
1/4 + 2 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 beaten egg
1 1/2 teaspoon hot water
1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
1 cup oatmeal
about 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Cream shortening and sugar
Add beaten eggs, then hot water
Add flour mixed with soda
Add chopped nuts
Add oatmeal, vanilla, and butterscotch chips
Drop by teaspoon on ungreased cookie sheet
Bake at 375 F for 10-12 minutes