1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. shortening or butter
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. cut up maraschino cherries, well drained (can also use candied cherries)

Cream sugar, shortening, and eggs. Spoon flour into measuring cup. Level off and put in a separate bowl, add salt and soda and mix. Add blended dry ingredients to creamed mixture and mix well. Add cherries to mixture and stir. Drop by teaspoon onto greased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes. Makes 6-7 dozen.