Ingredients

1 1/2 C. white sugar

1 1/2 C. brown sugar

3/4 C. butter, softened but not melted

3/4 C. butter flavored shortening

3 eggs

1 1/2 tsp vanilla

1 1/2 tsp baking soda

1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

3/4 tsp baking powder

3/4 tsp salt

3 C. flour

4 1/2 C. regular (not quick cooking!) oatmeal

1 1/2 C. white chocolate chips (optional)

Royal Icing

4 egg whites

4 C. sifted confectioners' sugar

1 tsp. clear vanilla extract

Directions

Beat egg whites in clean, large bowl with mixer at high speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar and clear vanilla extract. Beat at high speed until thickened. If you desire a thicker icing, slowly add more confectioner's sugar until you reached your desired consistency.

For "Earth" cookies you will need: blue paste food coloring, green paste food coloring 3 Ziploc baggies or icing bags