3/4 c. butter
1 1/3 c. firmly packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/4 c. all purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. M & M's candy (plain)

Beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Blend in eggs and vanilla. Gradually add combined flour, soda and salt. Mix well. Stir in M & M's. Drop dough by heaping tablespoons onto greased cookie sheet, about 3 inches apart. Press 3 or 4 additional candies into each cookie if desired. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes about 2 dozen (3 1/2 inch) cookies.