1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 egg
2 squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk
Can add nuts or raisins

Cream shortening. Add brown sugar. Gradually beat in well. Add unbeaten egg, beat well. Add melted and cooled chocolate. Add vanilla. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Add to first mixture alternately with milk. Mix well. Add nuts or raisins (optional). Drop by spoonfuls on greased cookie sheets. Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 375 degrees.

Makes about 3 dozen.