Refrigerator Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. soft shortening (part butter)
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 3/4 c. sifted Gold Medal flour
1/2 tsp. soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. pecan pieces (optional)

Preparation

Mix first 4 ingredients thoroughly.
Sift together next 3 ingredients, then stir in.
Form roll 2 1/2-inches across.
Wrap in waxed paper.
Chill until firm.
Bake at 400\u00b0 on ungreased baking sheet for 8 to 10 minutes.