Chocolate Chip Cookies
["1/2 c. shortening", "1 egg", "1/2 tsp. baking soda", "1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)", "1/2 c. granulated sugar", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/4 c. brown sugar", "1 c. flour", "6 oz. chocolate chips"]
["Beat shortening, sugars, egg and vanilla until light and fluffy.", "Blend in flour, soda and salt.", "Stir in chips and nuts. Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes."]
["shortening", "egg", "baking soda", "nuts", "sugar", "vanilla", "salt", "brown sugar", "flour", "chocolate chips"]