Heat oven to 400 degrees.
In a mixing bowl, combine and mix together:
1-1/3 cups flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 cups EXTRA FINE 'pin head' oats (steel cut oats that are ground to a flaky consistency... not always easy to find, but local grocers carry "Bob's Red Mill" brand in 20 oz. bags)
Using a pastry blender, cut in 1/2 cup vegetable shortening until evenly incorporated & crumbly.
Slowly & sparingly, add water, mixing continually, until the dough comes together, making a stiff, yet workable dough.
On a floured board, roll the dough thinly (1/8") into a large rectangle. Cut into 2" squares. You could cut into different shapes, but the more you re-roll & handle the dough, the tougher it gets.
Place onto ungreased sheets and bake for 15-18 minutes, until golden colored. These are traditionally eaten with butter & sharp cheddar or other cheeses.
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