1/2 c. shortening
1 2/3 c. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
2 (1 oz.) sq. unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 c. sifted enriched flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. milk
1/2 c. sifted confectioners' sugar

Cream shortening, sugar and vanilla together. Beat in eggs, then chocolate ingredients together. Add alternately with milk, blending well after each addition.

Chill 2 to 3 hours, form in balls 1 inch in diameter. Roll in confectioners' sugar. Place on greased baking sheet 2 to 3 inches apart. Bake at 350 degrees about 20 minutes.