Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

By srumbel

My mother insisted that my grandmother write down one recipe for her when she got married in 1942. That was a real effort because Grandma was a traditional pioneer-type cook who used "a little of this or that 'til it feels right." This treasured recipe is the only one she ever wrote down! —Janet Hall, Clinton, Wisconsin
from tasteofhome.com

Ingredients

• 1 cup shortening
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening, peanut butter and sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift together flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture. Roll into 1-1/2 in. balls and place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork if desired. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes. Yield: 3-4 dozen.