1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. mashed potato flakes
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Mix all of the above ingredients together and let set for 30 minutes. Drop by teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Do not over bake.