Polka Dot Cookies

• 1/2 cup corn oil margarine
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. soda
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup maraschino cherries (chopped)
• 1/2 cup pecans (chopped)

Directions

Cream margarine and sugars. Blend in egg and vanilla. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add milk, mixing well. Stir in chocolate pieces, cherries and nuts. Place rounded teaspoons of dough on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes 4 dozen cookies.

By Robin from Washington, IA