Zucchini Cookies

½ C. Shortening
½ C. Granulated sugar
1 C. Brown sugar
2 eggs
1 t. vanilla
2 C. Coarsely grated unpeeled raw zucchini
1 t. baking powder
1 t. cinnamon
½ t. soda
1 C. Chopped nuts
3+ C. Flour
1 C. Dates or chocolate chips, raisins or currants)
1 C. Oats

If batter is too moist, add flour or oats. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 min.

Contributed by Kathryn McCarrel