1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
2 1/4 c. plain flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. plain M&M'S®

Blend shortening and sugars. Beat in vanilla and eggs. Sift dry ingredients together. Add to first mixture. Mix well. Stir in M&M'S®. Drop by teaspoon onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.