Preheat oven to 350.

Cream together the shortening and sugar.

Add eggs and vanilla. Mix well.

Add dry ingredients until mixed well.

Spray a 8 or 9 inch round baking pan with non stick cooking spray, lightly.

Press dough evenly into pan.

Bake at 350 for about 9 to 15 minutes. Depending on oven. Keep a check and don't over cook.

I always cook mine until still soft and remove from oven and let residual heat finish cooking. I like a chewy cookie bar.

Let cool slightly before cutting.

Cut into wedges, squares or individual cookies.

You can also put in square baking dish, or roll into 2 inch balls and place 2 inches apart if you like.

The smaller the pan, the thicker the bars. Cook according to thickness.

Can use half unsalted butter and half shortening. (Thanks for the input on this deneen.flowers1 )