Instructions: Cream shortening and brown sugar in large mixer bowl until light and fluffy. Add egg, water and vanilla; beat well. Combine whole wheat flour, baking soda and salt; stir into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, dried apricots and MINI CHIPS Chocolates.

Drop by teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased cookie sheet; flatten slightly.

Bake at 350 degrees F. for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheet; cool completely on wire rack.

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