Like a chocolate chip cookie...only with colorful candy-coated chocolates instead of the chips.

M&M Cookies

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup vegetable shortening

1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups M&M plain or peanut candies

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In medium bowl combine flour, soda and salt, mixing well; set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars together with electric mixer; add eggs and vanilla and beat at medium speed until light and fluffy. Stir in flour mixture and candies until just combined. Do not over-mix.
4. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, about 2-inches apart.
5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges just begin to turn golden brown. Do not over-bake! Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool.

Makes about 3 dozen cookies.