1/2 c. shortening - part butter
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. dark brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1 1/8 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda

FOR VARIATION ADD:

1 c. shredded coconut, or
1 c. chopped nuts, or
1 (6 oz.) chocolate chips, or
1 sq. melted unsweetened chocolate
1 c. nuts

Mix together thoroughly shortening, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla and eggs. Sift flour, salt and soda and stir. Drop by teaspoon about 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Yield: About 3 dozen 2 inch cookies.