A super peanut butter cookie recipe dating from 1942!
INGREDIENTS (for 1 servings):
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Thoroughly cream shortening, peanut butter, sugars, and vanilla extract. Add egg and beat well. Add peanuts and milk; blend. Add flour sifted with salt and baking powder.
Drop from Tablespoons and greased cookie sheets. Let stand a few minutes; flatten by stamping with a greased glass. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.