1 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c. buttermilk or sour milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
3 1/2 c. flour
1 pkg. chocolate chips

VARIATIONS: 2 cup oatmeal, adjust flour accordingly. Try walnuts or raisins. Try a tablespoon of cocoa. M&M'S® are good. Let your imagination go.

Cream shortening, sugar, eggs. Add the rest of ingredients. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Spoon out on greased cookie sheet, about 1 teaspoon. Cook at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes.