Picnickers

Name: Picnickers
Ingredients: 2 3/8 c. sifted flour; 2 1/4 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3 eggs; 2/3 c. shortening; 2 1/4 c. brown sugar; 6 oz. bag chocolate chips; 1 c. nut meats (optional)

8 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 3/8 c. sifted flour
2 1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3 eggs
2/3 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. brown sugar
6 oz. bag chocolate chips
1 c. nut meats (optional)

Directions

1

Melt shortening and add brown sugar.
2

Allow to cool slightly. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
3

Mix flour, salt and baking powder together.
4

Add flour mixture slowly to creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
5

Stir in chocolate chips.
6

Add nuts, if desired.
7

Bake in greased baking sheet, 11 3/4 x 11 3/4-inch, for 30 to 35 minutes in a 350° oven.