2/3 c. soft shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate pieces (1 1/4 c.)
1/2 c. nuts, if so desired

Mix thoroughly shortening, sugars, egg and vanilla. Stir in flour, soda and salt; mix well. Add chocolate pieces and nuts, if desired. Drop rounded teaspoon onto cookie sheet (ungreased) about 1 inch apart. Bake approximately 8-10 minutes at approximately 310 degrees (quick/moderate oven). Makes approximately 4-5 dozen 2 inch cookies.