GRANDMOTHER'S OLD FASHIONED ICE
BOX COOKIES
 
1 c. shortening (or butter)
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
3 1/2 c. flour (I still sift it)
2 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped nuts

Mix in order given. Mixing butter and sugar first, then eggs and soda, etc. Pack in tins (I line loaf pan, medium size, with wax paper). Put in refrigerator overnight. Slice and bake in thin slices. 7 dozen. Bake at 350 degrees. Time depends on thickness, 7-12 minutes, bit crunchy.

 

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