Oatmeal Crispies

1 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp vanilla
1-1/2 cups flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp soda
3 cups Old Fashioned oatmeal
1/2 cups walnuts (optional)

Bake 375F degree oven for 10 minutes

Makes 5 dozen