1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 egg
2 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. peanut butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
1 3/4 c. flour

Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl. Mix on low speed of mixer until dough firms. Shape dough into balls, using a round teaspoon for each.

Roll balls in sugar place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Top each cookie immediately with candy kisses. Press down firmly so cookies crack around edge. Preheat oven to 355 degrees.