Preheat oven to 350°F.

Grease cookie sheet

Beat shortening and sugars until creamy.

Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.

Combine flour, baking soda and salt.

Add to shortening mixture, mix well.

Stir in oats, nuts and raisins.

Using rounded tablespoon, roll into balls.

Place 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheet.

Flatten with fork.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly brown.

Let stand 1 minute before removing to racks to cool.