Instructions: Cream shortening and peanut butter until blended; gradually add sugars; beat until fluffy.

Add egg and beat thoroughly.

Sift remaining ingredients together; divide in half and add to creamed mixture, one at a time, mixing till well blended after each addition.

Shape dough into 1 1/4-inch balls and place 3 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets.

Flatten with fork making criss-cross pattern, or use cookie stamps.

Bake at 375F for about 10 minutes.

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