1 3/4 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. cocoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. butter
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
36 marshmallow halves

Sift flour. Measure and sift again soda, salt and cocoa. Cream shortening. Add sugar and egg and beat well. Add flour mixture and milk alternately. Add vanilla extract.

Drop and bake at 350°F for 8 minutes.

Take out and place 1/2 marshmallow on top. Return to oven for 2 more minutes. Take out and spread marshmallow over top of cookie with finger. Frost with icing, if desired..