Cowboy Cookies

1 c shortening
1 c packed brown sugar
1 c sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
2 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 c oats
1 c chocolate chips

Cream the shortening, and sugars until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well. Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together. Mix into batter. Stir in oats and chocolate chips. Spoon onto cookie sheet, placing about 2 inches apart. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Makes 3-4 dozen cookies.