1/2 c. shortening
2 1/2 c. brown sugar
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. butter
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped pecans

Mix shortening, butter and sugar; add eggs and beat well. Sift together flour, salt and soda. Combine and add nuts. Drop from teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 6 dozen.