Caramel Chewy Oatmeal Cookies 
Makes 3 dozen 

3/4 cup butter flavored shortening
1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/3 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups quick cooking oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups chopped nuts
3 dozen caramels (approx.)
                   
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease baking sheets. 
2. Combine shortening, brown sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla in
   large bowl. Beat at med speed until creamy. 
3. Combine oats, flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Mix into
   creamed mixture until just blended. Stir in nuts. 
4. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto baking sheet two inches
   apart and place caramel in center-do not press down. Bake
   10-12 mins or until light brown around edges and caramel is
   completely melted.