2 1/2 c. unsifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. butter
1 c. creamy or chunky peanut butter
1 c. sugar
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Stir first four ingredients, set aside. In large bowl with mixer on medium speed beat butter and peanut butter until smooth. Beat in sugars until blended, then eggs and vanilla. Add flour mixture; beat until well blended. If needed chill dough.

Shape into 1 inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten slightly with fork. Can sprinkle with candied cherries or colored sugars. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Makes 6 dozen.