1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 1/2 c. plain M&M candies
2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt

Blend shortening and sugars in large bowl. Beat in vanilla and eggs. Sift dry ingredients together. Add to mixture, blending well. Decorate tops with remaining candy. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Some cracking should occur.