1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. butter
2 1/2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped pecans

Cream shortening, butter and sugar. Add eggs and beat well. Add sifted ingredients then add nuts. Mix well then drop from teaspoon 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.