Refrigerator Cookies
["1/2 c. soft shortening (part butter)", "1 c. brown sugar, packed", "1 egg", "1/2 tsp. vanilla", "1 3/4 c. sifted Gold Medal flour", "1/2 tsp. soda", "1/4 tsp. salt", "1/2 c. pecan pieces (optional)"]
["Mix first 4 ingredients thoroughly.", "Sift together next 3 ingredients, then stir in.", "Form roll 2 1/2-inches across.", "Wrap in waxed paper.", "Chill until firm.", "Bake at 400\u00b0 on ungreased baking sheet for 8 to 10 minutes."]
["shortening", "brown sugar", "egg", "vanilla", "flour", "soda", "salt", "pecan"]