1 c. light brown sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. chocolate chips

Cream together the sugar and shortening. Add beaten egg and vanilla. Sift together the dry ingredients; stir them in a little at a time and beat well. Fold in chocolate chips. Form into small balls. Place on greased cookie sheet about 3 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes about 36 cookies.