OLD FASHIONED PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES

Category: Recipes 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 Instructions Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork or meat mallet if desired. Bake 10-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. Notes Use a glass with a pretty pattern on the bottom to add flair to these cookies. Dark brown sugar contains more molasses than light or golden brown sugar. The types are generally interchangeable in recipes. But if you prefer a bolder flavor, choose dark brown sugar.