Monkey Cookies

JT is just a little bit batty sometimes, and started calling these cookies "Monkey Cookies" instead of "Cowboy Cookies." I love how this recipe combines the best part of oatmeal raisin cookies (the oatmeal) and the best part of chocolate chip cookies, and makes it into one cookie, plus nuts.

I made them pretty much exactly as the recipe* suggests, plus a dash of cinnamon. I did eat a lot of dough, which the recipe does not include. There are lots of recipes out there, and some call for pecans, which are fantastic, and add a certain buttery flavor.

The verdict from JT and our friend Hilary? "Awesome monkey cookies."