Colonial Peanut Oatmeal Cookies

1 C shortening

1 C Colonial granulated sugar

1 C Colonial light brown sugar

1 t vanilla

2 eggs

1-1/2 C all purpose flour

1 t baking soda

3 C rolled oats

1/2 lb. (1-1/4 C) salted Spanish peanuts

In large mixing bowl, cream together shortening and sugar. Add vanilla and eggs; beat well. Sift together flour and soda; add to mixture; mix well. Add rolled oats and peanuts; mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes. (Makes about 7 dozen cookies)