Peanut-Butter Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
  

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. In a large bowl, cream shortening, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking soda and salt.
4. Add to creamed mixture and mix well.
5. Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.
6. Flatten with a fork or meat mallet if desired. Bake 10-15 minutes.
7. Remove to wire racks to cool.