Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. white sugar
  • 2 eggs, well beaten
  • 1 1/2 tsp. soda
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. peanut butter
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 3 c. flour (plain)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Method

  • Mix white and brown sugar.
  • Cream butter or shortening.
  • Add sugars and cream well.
  • Add eggs.
  • Next, add vanilla and flour sifted together with salt and soda, then add peanut butter.
  • Mix well and knead.
  • Roll into balls about 3/4-inch across.
  • Place 1-inch apart on greased pan.
  • Press with fork lengthwise and crosswise.
  • Bake at 400° for 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Makes about 12 dozen.