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

Blend shortening and sugars in large bowl. Beat in vanilla and eggs. Sift dry ingredients together; add to mixture, blending well. Stir in 1/2 cup of candies.

Drop by teaspoon on ungreased baking sheet decorate tops with remaining candy. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Some cracking should occur. Makes 72 (2 1/2 inch cookies).