Refrigerator Cookies II

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup shortening
• cup packed brown sugar
• egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extra ct
• 3/4 cup sall-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Mix shortening, sugar, egg and vanilla thoroughly. Blend flour, soda and salt; stir in.
2. Form into roll 2 1/2" across. Wrap in waxed paper. Chill until firm.
3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
4. With a thin sharp knife, slice 1/8 inch thick. Place a little apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes.