2 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. crushed pineapple or applesauce
3 1/2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix first 4 ingredients; then mix dry ingredients, and add to first mixture with the vanilla. Drop on greased cookie sheet, 1 teaspoon at a time. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 3 dozen cookies.

Good with a Vanilla Glaze:

1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
2 1/2 tsp. light cream
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. butter

Mix well and spread on while cookies are hot.