Ingredients

4 cups butter-flavored shortening4 cups peanut butter3 cups sugar3 cups packed brown sugar8 eggs4 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons water9 cups all-purpose flour4 teaspoons baking soda4 teaspoons salt

Preparation

In a several large bowls, cream the shortening, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and water. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well.

Drop by heaping tablespoons 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a fork. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.