1 c. shortening
3 oz. cream cheese
1 c. sugar
1 egg yolk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. self-rising flour

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Work or cream shortening until fluffy. Gradually add cream cheese and sugar, making sure mixture is smooth; will be stiff. Beat egg yolk, vanilla and flour. Drop by spoonfuls on greased cookie sheet. Bake 15 minutes or until brown slightly.