1/2 c. soft shortening
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. thick sour cream
1 tsp. vanilla
2/3 c. walnuts
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 2/3 c. flour

Mix shortening, brown sugar and eggs. Stir sour cream, vanilla and nuts. Sift together and stir in flour, soda, baking powder and salt. Chill 1 hour. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or lightly brown.