1 1/2 cups melted shortening
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup sugar
3 eggs, well beaten
1 cup chopped nuts
1 tsp salt
4 1/2 cups flour
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cloves

cream melted shortening with sugars. gradually stir in eggs, then mix in nuts. sift dry ingredients together and add to creamed mixture; mix well. shape into a 2 1/2″ thick roll. wrap in waxed paper and refrigerate overnight or until firm. slice cookie dough into 1/8″ slices with a sharp knife.

preheat oven to 425°. bake on ungreased cookie sheets for 5-6 minutes.

makes 75 cookies