2/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. butter
1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
3 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugars; add eggs and vanilla, mixing thoroughly. Add sifted dry ingredients and mix well. Add nuts. Shape dough into two rolls, each roll approximately 1 1/2-inches high, 2 1/2-inches wide and about 7-inches long. Chill dough for several hours in refrigerator. Slice into 1/4-inch slices and bake on cookie sheet for 10 to 12 minutes in 350°F oven.