1/2 c. shortening
2 (1 oz.) sq. unsweetened chocolate
1 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
Nuts

Mix shortening and unsweetened chocolate over low heat. Cool 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients.

Drop from teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes.

Remove and frost. Makes 3 1/2 dozen cookies.

FROSTING FOR COOKIES:

1 sq. unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 tbsp. butter (1/2 stick)
1 1/2 to 3 c. powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. milk

Mix well.