M&M Cookies

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cup shortening (butter flavored)
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups candy-coated milk chocolate pieces

Directions
In a large bowl mix sugar, shortening, and vanilla thoroughly. Add eggs and mix till just combined. Add flour, salt, and baking soda to creamed mixture. Blend well. Add 3/4 cup of M&M candies.
Drop dough by teaspoonful onto cookie sheet. Slightly push a few candies on top of each dough ball with remaining candies.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 9 to 11 minutes, to your liking.

Submitted by:  Kelly Kleinman