butterscotch cookies

3 3/4 Cups sifted flour
1         teaspoon baking powder
1/2      teaspoon soda
1/4      teaspoon salt
1         Cup shortening ( I used butter )
2         Cups light brown sugar
2         Eggs
1         teaspoon vanilla
1/2      Cup nut meats- chopped

Sift flour and baking powder, soda and salt. Cream shortening, add sugar gradually and continue creaming until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time beating well after each addition. Add vanilla, add sifted dry ingrediants to the creamed mixture. Mix and add chopped nuts.
Form into rolls (log shaped) and wrap in waxed paper ...plastic wrap. Chill until firm. Slice and place on a greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 350 10 to 12 minutes