Like a true midwestern mother, my own mom often expresses her love and affection through food. If you are lucky enough to receive one of these cookies, then you can be rest assured that you are in her good graces.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup white sugar

3/4 cup brown sugar

1 cup shortening

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp  salt

1 tsp vanilla

2 eggs

2 1/4 cup flour

1/2 cup oatmeal

Chocolate Chips to desired amount

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients adding the chocolate chips last. To do it like Rose would, mix by hand to really work in the love ❤

2. Form dough into similar sized globs and place on baking sheet.

3. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees until done.