Method:

Cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.  Add egg and vanilla essence combining well.  Fold in the combined sifted flour, oatmeal, mixed spice, baking powder, baking soda, returning husks to the sifted mixture.  Stir through the chopped Pecan Nuts.  (If desired, add additional flavourings).  Roll mixture into 2 - 2½ cm balls, place on a greased baking tray approximately 5cm apart.  Bake in a moderate oven (180°C), for about 12 minutes or until golden.  Do not overcook.

Makes approximately 30 cookies.