Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon soda
1 cube margarine
3/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
2 cups oatmeal
1 package butterscotch chips or chocolate chips Cream shortening, margarine, sugars, eggs, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and chips. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.