Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups boiling water
• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 1/3 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup raisins, chopped dates,and nuts can be added
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cream