1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. plain M&M's

Cream shortening, sugars, eggs and vanilla thoroughly. Sift together flour, soda and salt. Add dry ingredients gradually to creamed mixture; mix well. Stir in 1/2 cup candies; reserve remaining candies for decorating. Drop by teaspoon on ungreased baking sheet. Decorate tops of cookies with remaining M&M's. Bake at 375° for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. After baking, some of the candies may be cracked. Makes about 6 dozen.

If using self-rising flour, omit soda and salt.