This recipe was created with help of my parents when I was 13 years old (22 years ago). I wanted a large cookie that had allot of stuff in it. We started with a chocolate chip cookie recipe and adapted it as we made more and more of them. My father took these recipes to his office and every time he did I completely sold out which covered the cost of the cookies. I also recall winning a cookie competition with this recipe. The thing that adds flavor to these cookies is the blended oatmeal. I will warn you, these cookies are anything but healthy as you will quickly find out!
Using a blender, blend the oatmeal until smooth cornmeal-like consistency is reached.
In the bowl of a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, cream Crisco, white sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl whisk together flour, oatmeal, baking soda, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients until combined.
With a large spoon stir in the chips and pecans
Roll the dough into golf-ball size balls. Put on an ungreased pan (making sure there is plenty of room between them). Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.