Whirligig Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening, sugars and peanut butter; add egg.
2. 2
   Beat until fluffy.
3. 3
   Mix dry ingredients into mixture well.
4. 4
   Roll dough into oblong shape 1/4-inch thick.
5. 5
   Melt chocolate bits over hot water.
6. 6
   Cool chocolate slightly.
7. 7
   Spread on dough with a spatula. Roll up like jelly roll and chill.
8. 8
   Slice 1/4-inch thick.
9. 9
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Bake in a 375° oven for 12 minutes. Yield:
11. 11
    3 dozen cookies.