For those who follow a vegan diet, this oatmeal cookie rec ipe is for you. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal 3 tablespoons warm water 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup regular sugar 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 2 tablespoons milk alternative 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 cup quick-cook or regular rolled oats 1 cup semisweet chocolate pieces or raisins* optional Method: Mix flaxseed meal and warm water in a small bowl and let sit for 2-5 minutes. In a large mixing bowl stir together flour, both kinds of sugar, salt and baking soda. Add the 1/2 cup of shortening, flaxseed meal with the water, milk alternative and vanilla. Stir with a wooden spoon until well mixed (or be a kid and mix with your hands). If you choose, add your chocolate pieces or raisins. Preheat your oven to 350 degree F. On a greased cookie sheet or using parchment paper, drop dough fro
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