Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 4 c. flour
  • 1 Tbsp. cinnamon or 1 Tbsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 c. nuts

Method

  • Beat eggs until light in small bowl at high speed.
  • Combine shortening and sugars in large bowl and cream well.
  • Add beaten eggs.
  • Sift dry ingredients and add nuts.
  • Add dry ingredients to shortening and sugars mixture.
  • Mix well for 4 or 5 minutes.
  • Form in rolls.
  • Place in refrigerator until hard or overnight.
  • Slice and bake at 400° for 10 to 15 minutes.