1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 c. evaporated milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 3/4 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. salt
1 c. dates, nuts, raisins or 6 oz. chocolate chips

Mix shortening, sugars, and eggs. Stir in milk and vanilla. Resift flour with soda and salt. Blend in choice of nuts, raisins or chocolate or dates. Bake at 375 degrees about 10 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.

FROSTING:

Heat 2 tablespoons butter. Beat in, until smooth 2 cups sifted powdered sugar and 1/4 cup evaporated milk.