1 c. Brown Sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c. Granulated Sugar
1 c. Shortening
2 Eggs
1 1/2 t. Vanilla
2 1/4 c. Flour
1 t. Soda
1 t. Salt
1 1/2 c. M & M Plain Chocolate Candies

Cream sugars, shortening, eggs and vanilla thoroughly. In a separate bowl, combine flour, soda and salt. Add to creamed mixture. Mix well. Stir in 1/2 cup M & M plain candies to mixture. Reserve remaining candies for decorating. Drop by teaspoonfuls or shape dough into 1 inch balls & place on ungreased insulated cookie sheets. Decorate the top of the balls with remaining M & M candies as desired. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 – 12 minutes. This recipe makes 5 – 7 dozen cookies.

These cookies are great for parties, school functions and other activities.