Crisco Chocolate Chip Cookies

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375ºF.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat the shortening, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add the egg and beat to combine.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking soda.

Step 4

Add the dry ingredients to the shortening mixture and mix until just blended. Stir in the chocolate chips and pecans.

Step 5

Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough 3 inches apart on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes for chewy cookies or 11 to 13 minutes for crisp cookies.

Step 6

Let cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.