Jeweled Cookies

∙ Mix thoroughly:

1 C soft shortening

2 C packed brown sugar

2 eggs

∙ Add ½ C sour milk, buttermilk or water

∙ Sift together then stir into above mixture:

3 ½ C sifted flour

1 t baking soda

1 t salt

2-3 C cut gumdrops

∙ Chill at least one hour.

∙ Drop rounded teaspoonful about 2" apart on lightly greased baking sheet.

∙ Bake until set (just until, when touched lightly with finger, almost no imprint remains.)

∙ Bake at 400' for 8-10 minutes.

∙ Makes 6 dozen.