1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
2 eggs
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Mix and chill. Roll 1/8 inch thick on lightly floured surface. Use round cookie cutter. Place a teaspoon of filling on cookie and fold over to make a half circle. Seal edges. Prick with fork on top. Bake in 400 degree oven for 10 minutes.

FILLING:

Combine: 1/4 c. sugar 1/2 c. water

Cook over low heat until thick. Add nuts, if desired. Cool.