heat oven to 375

combine shortening, brown sugar, milk & vanilla in large mixing bowl.

beat at medium speed until well blended.

beat in egg, combine flour, salt & baking soda: mix into creamed mixture just until blended.

stir in chocolate chips.

drop dough by teaspoon, 3 inches apart onto cookie sheet.

bake for 11-13 minutes. makes 3 dozen.