1 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. carrots, cooked and cold
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Mix shortening, sugar, carrots and egg together. Sift flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder into this with vanilla and mix well. Drop by teaspoon on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes. Makes 2 to 3 dozen.

FOR ORANGE VERSION:

ADD:

4 tbsp. orange juice
2 tsp. orange rind
1 c. chopped nuts

REDUCE:

Vanilla from 2 1/2 tsp. to 1 1/2 tsp.