1 c. shortening (add 1/4 tsp. salt if unsalted shortening is used)
1/2 c. sugar
1 sm. pkg. Philadelphia cream cheese
1 3/4 c. flour

Mix all ingredients together at once. Form into balls, press down with glass dipped in sugar and top with nut or candied cherry; or dip balls in crushed nuts and press cherry into top. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes 6 dozen cookies.