Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, shortening, brown sugar, milk and vanilla. Beat over medium speed. Add egg and beat just until blended.

Step 3

Combine flour, baking soda and salt. Add to creamed mixture on low speed. Mix until blended.

Step 4

Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased or parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Flatten slightly in a crisscross patter with tines of a fork.

Step 5

Bake for 7-10 minutes, until set and beginning to brown. Remove and cool completely on wire rack.