1/2 cp peanut butter
1/2 cp shortening
1 cp packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/4 cp flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt

Combine butters and sugars – add egg and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy. Blend in flour, baking soda and salt. Mix well.

Form into 1 inch balls and place on baking sheet. Using a fork, press gently to flatten. Bake @ 375 for 10-12 minutes, or until light golden brown. Cool 2-3 minutes. Remove to rack, cool completely.