Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at at time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla.

Step 4

Combine the remaining dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in the cranberries.

Step 5

Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto un-greased baking sheets. Flatten lightly with your fingers.

Step 6

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. After cooling a couple of minutes, move to wire rack to cool. Note: these cookies may look slightly soft when done, they will firm up as they cool.