OK, there are very few cookies that I make that Mr. C. and I don’t agree that they are definitely worthy of my time and effort. In fact, I don’t remember a single instance of Mr. C. not praising me on the cookies that have just come out of the oven. Until this cookie, that is.

I fell in love with these crispy cookies immediately. But Mr. C. announced after biting into one, that these cookies “were not one of my best efforts.” What he was really saying was that he preferred “regular” oatmeal raisin cookies (studded with raisins and nuts) to crispy oatmeal cookies. But for me, I think these cookies are fantastic. I love the crunch and the fact that the prominent flavors are vanilla and oats.

I made these cookies, along with Simple Shortbread Refrigerator Cookies (recipe soon to be published), for our annual homeowner’s association meeting this past Saturday. They were a hit, and I got a ton of compliments from the attendees. In fact, people were taking 2 or 3 home with them when they left because they liked them so much.

Now, this only proves that not everyone, my husband included, has the refined palate that was given to me at birth. I was just lucky enough to be gifted with a perfect set of taste buds that immediately know if something tastes good or does not warrant even a second chance at anyone’s table. Like cilantro, tarragon, broccoli rabe, parsnips, rutabagas, and definitely lima beans! Who in their right mind could not want any of these foods relegated to a hazardous waste bin?! I rest my case!

Anyway, I have realized that it’s OK for Mr. C. not to like these cookies as much as I do. It only means that the next time I make them, because of course there will be a next time, I will have them all to myself. And we all (those of us with perfect taste buds that is) have Leigh Anne’s wonderful cooking site – yourhomebasedmom.com to thank for this recipe.

Well, enough about Mr. C. and me. (BTW, Mr. C. knows that I only poke fun at someone secure enough in their own mental acuity to handle a bit of fun at their expense.) (And Mr. C. definitely possesses one of the best minds I know of that can handle a bit of fun aimed right at him!)

So, on that happy note, I bid you adieu.

But first, on a more serious note, as you are I’m sure aware, our country is under siege. We are being attacked by certain elected (or unelected) “politicians” who vowed to defend our constitution, no matter what the cost to themselves. Which is simply not happening. Our democracy is being torn apart by the very people who pledged allegiance. Who swore to uphold the constitution and better the lives of those who believed what they avowed in their many speeches.

If you care about your country, especially if you live in a red state, please write to your congress person and tell them to stand up for the rights of every single person, regardless of color, religion, or sexual persuasion. If you don’t share your feelings with these representatives, they are going to assume you agree with what is happening to Medicare, people at risk, veterans, blue cities, medical insurance, etc. etc.

Just like raising a child takes a village, so does protecting the rights of everyone. Take a stand, even if you thought the “One Big Beautiful Bill” would never affect you personally.

If that is the case, you should, if you are paying even the least bit of attention, by now realized that you have been purposely misinformed. You, or someone you love, are going to be adversely affected. There is no way you or those you love can avoid feeling some kind of negative impact. But if you stand up for your rights and let your representatives know that you disapprove of their tactics, you will have done the most you can to help not only yourself but others as well.

Peace and love to all.  

1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp.

1 c. brown sugar, packed

1 c. granulated sugar

1 tsp. vanilla

2 lg. eggs

1½ c. unbleached all-purpose flour, fluffed

1 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. fine sea salt

3 c. old fashioned oats (not instant oats)

In the bowl of your stand mixer, beat the butter until creamy. 

Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and eggs. Mix until light and fluffy.

In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together, then stir in the oats.

Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.

Divide the dough into two parts. Form each into a log.

Wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper and refrigerate for at least an hour. (Overnight is best.)

Slice chilled dough into generous ¼-inch rounds. Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet about 1-inch apart.

Bake in a pre-heated 350-degree oven for 10-12 minutes.

Remove from oven and cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container.