Grandmother's Crispies

This is a family recipe that has mostly been kept a secret but I'm feeling generous and I'm willing to share this fantastic recipe that came from my mom.  I should also mention that these are my husband's favorite cookies! 

1 c sugar
1 c brown sugar
2 eggs
1 c shortening
1 T vanilla
1 ½ c flour
1 t soda
3 c oatmeal
1 c nuts (optional)
1 c chocolate chips
½ t salt

Cream together: sugar, brown sugar, eggs, shortening, and vanilla. Add remaining ingredients. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet 10-12 minutes at 350˚.

(Hint: These cookies may not look done when you pull them out of the oven.  Just relax and let them continue to cook on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.)