Irish Lace Biscuits
Type: drop; makes: 2 dozen

Ingredients
3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract
3 cups rolled oats, not instant

Method
Preheat oven to 350°F
Lightly grease non-stick cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.
1. Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.
2. Beat in the eggs, salt, and almond extract.
3. Slowly add oats.
4. Drop by the spoonful on to cookie sheet about 2" apart.
5. With the heel of your hand, gently flatten the balls.
6. Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Transfer to wire racks to cool.