Wafer Cookies
["1/2 c. shortening", "1/2 c. sugar", "1 egg", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1 1/8 c. sifted flour (plain)", "1/4 tsp. soda", "1/2 tsp. salt", "pecans, chopped (optional)"]
["Mix", "and drop by teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheets. Sprinkle pecans", "(chopped)\ton top and press in.", "Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes."]
["shortening", "sugar", "egg", "vanilla", "flour", "soda", "salt", "pecans"]