*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                              Peanut Cookies

Recipe By     : Taste of Home
Serving Size  : 48   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : All Newly Typed Not Shared       Cookies

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     2/3  cup           shortening
   1 1/3  cups          packed brown sugar
   2                    eggs -- lightly beaten
   1 1/2  teaspoons     vanilla extract
   1 2/3  cups          all purpose flour
     1/2  teaspoon      baking soda
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
   2      cups          salted peanuts

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar.  Beat in eggs and vanilla until
light and fluffy.  Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the
creamed mixture.  Fold in peanuts.  Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto
greased baking sheets.  Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes or until browned and
almost set (centers will be soft).  Remove to a wire rack to cool.  Yield 4
dozen.

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