September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Most of us know first hand how devastating cancer can be. It is especially difficult when a child is struggling with the disease. You and your kids can help fund much-needed research by hosting a BAKE SALE. For information, go to: http://www.cookiesforkidscancer.org
Here is a delicious cookie recipe to get you started.
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 C white flour 3/4 C whole wheat pastry flour 1/2 C rolled oats 1 tsp baking soda
1 stick softened butter 1/2 C canola oil 1/2 C granulated sugar 1/2 C brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla 2 lg eggs 2 C chocolate morsels 1 C chopped walnuts or other nut of choice
1. Heat oven to 375. Combine dry ingredients and set aside.
2. Beat butter, oil, sugars and vanilla in large until creamy. Add eggs and beat until blended.
3. Gradually add dry ingredients and nuts. Mix until combined. 
4. Drop by spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Remove from pans to cool.
These cookies freeze well and can be jazzed up with sunflower seeds, dried cranberries or whatever other dried fruit you enjoy. Don’t be afraid to experiment.
