Melts in your mouth – a rich cookie! Dough may be kept in refrigerator as long as 1 week, freeze dough for longer storage.
Original recipe makes 5 dozen
Ingredients
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Mix shortening, sugar, egg and vanilla thoroughly. Blend flour, soda and salt; stir in.
- Form into roll 2 1/2" across. Wrap in waxed paper. Chill until firm.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- With a thin sharp knife, slice 1/8 inch thick. Place a little apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 87 kcal
Carbohydrates: 12.8 g
Cholesterol: 7 mg
Fat: 3.7 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 1 g
Sodium: 45 mg
