1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. milk
2 (1 oz.) sq. unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Thoroughly cream together shortening, sugar and vanilla. Beat in eggs, then chocolate. Sift dry ingredients together; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, blending well after each addition. Stir in nuts. Chill 2 to 3 hours.

Form in 1 inch balls. Roll in confectioners' sugar. Place on greased baking sheet 2/3 inches apart. Bake in moderate oven at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. Makes about 4 dozen.