Peanut Cookies

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Peanut Cookies

Recipe By : Taste of Home
Serving Size : 48 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : All Newly Typed Not Shared Cookies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2/3 cup shortening
1 1/3 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs -- lightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 2/3 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups salted peanuts

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla until
light and fluffy. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the
creamed mixture. Fold in peanuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto
greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes or until browned and
almost set (centers will be soft). Remove to a wire rack to cool. Yield 4
dozen.

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