1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 lg. egg
1 tsp. vanilla
2 sqs. chocolate or 2 or 3 tbsp. cocoa
3/4 c. sifted flour
3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 c. nuts

Mix together shortening, sugar, and egg. Stir in vanilla and chocolate. Sift together flour and salt; stir in with the rest, along with the nuts. Place on greased cookie sheet by teaspoon 2 inches apart. Flatten with bottom of 2 inch drinking glass dipped in a little water. Bake at 325 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Cool on rack. Nuts (optional).