1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
3 tbsp. milk
2 sq. melted chocolate (unsweetened)
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 3/4 c. flour

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg, vanilla, milk and chocolate; mix well. Add soda, baking powder and flour. Roll into ball. Chill until firm. Roll and cut with favorite cookie cutter. Bake at 400 degrees 6 to 8 minutes. Frost with powdered sugar frosting or decorate with sugars before baking. Makes 5 to 6 dozen cookies.