1/2 c. shortening, half butter
1/2 c. peanut butter
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1 egg
1 1/4 c. Gold Medal flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt

Mix shortening, peanut butter, sugars, and egg thoroughly. Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting. Blend all dry ingredients; stir into shortening mixture.

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Roll dough in 1 1/4 balls. Place 3 inches part on lightly greased baking sheet. Flatten criss-cross style with fork dipped in flour. Bake 10-12 minutes. Makes about 3 dozen 2 1/2 inch cookies.