Peanut Butter Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. soft shortening
1/2 c. peanut butter
1/2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Mix together flour, baking powder and salt.
Work shortening and peanut butter together in a bowl until creamy.
Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
Add egg and vanilla; beat thoroughly.
Add dry ingredients; mix until smooth.
Form a 1/2-inch ball.
Place 2 inches apart on a cookie sheet.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 375\u00b0.
Makes 3 dozen cookies.