2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
3 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
4 c. unsifted flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. coffee and 1/2 c. milk or 1 c. coffee and 1 c. milk or 1 c. water
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips
Nuts (if desired)

Cream sugar and shortening. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add dry ingredients alternately with the liquid. Mix well and add the chocolate chips. Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.