M & M Cookies

HOLIDAY PARTY COOKIES

1 c. shortening

2 tsp. vanilla

1 c. brown sugar, packed

1/2 c. sugar

2 1/4 c. flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1 1/2 c. M&M'S�, plain (3/4 lb.)

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. Stir in 1/2 cup of the

M&M'S�. Drop by teaspoon onto ungreased baking sheet. Decorate tops with remaining M&M'S�. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Some

cracking should occur. Cool completely before removing from cookie sheet. Makes 6 dozen.

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