Cream together the shortening and sugar. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
Roll into a shape like a pecan. Bake at 325 degrees F. 10-12 minutes until bottoms are lightly browned. Quickly transfer to rack with wax paper under it. Have confectioner's sugar in a sifter and sprinkle over cookies. Dip bottoms in confectioner's sugar. Place cookies back on rack and lightly sift again. Cool.
Recipe by Recipes Food and Cooking at https://recipesfoodandcooking.com/2012/12/17/santas-favorite-cookies/