Chocolate Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Melt the shortening and the chocolate in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. 2
   Add the sugar and vanilla directly to the pan, stirring with a spoon (be careful not to scratch the pan-I would recommend plastic).
3. 3
   Scrape into a large bowl.
4. 4
   Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. 5
   Add the remaining ingredients, excluding the powdered sugar.
6. 6
   Chill the dough for several hours.
7. 7
   Form into generously rounded teaspoon balls.
8. 8
   Roll in powdered sugar.
9. 9
   Place on a pan lined with parchment paper.
10. 10
    Bake for 8-9 minutes at 350 degrees.