Coffee Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and grease 2 baking sheets.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together until the dough forms a very thick batter.
3. 3
   (try not to use electric mixer).
4. 4
   Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon, mashing the mixture against the side of the bowl if there are any bits of shortening not dissolved in the batter.
5. 5
   Resume stirring until all is mixed thoroughly.
6. 6
   Drop by the teaspoon 2 inches apart onto the baking sheets.
7. 7
   Bake until the edges are firm, and slightly darker than the rest of the cookie, 10-15 minutes.
8. 8
   Cool the cookies on a wire rack or a plate and then put into sealed containers.
9. 9
   Cookies will stay fresh for 3 days.