1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/4 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate pieces

Cream together shortening, sugars, eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy. Sift together dry ingredients and stir into creamed mixture blending well. Add chocolate chips.

Drop from teaspoon 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes about 3 1/2 dozen.