1 1/2 c. sifted sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. chopped salted peanuts
1 (6 oz.) pkg. Baker's semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. milk

Sift flour with soda, baking powder, and salt. Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, creaming until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Add flour mixture alternately with milk, mixing well after each addition. Stir in peanuts and chips. Drop from teaspoon onto greased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Makes about 4 dozen.