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Melt the shortening and the chocolate in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
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Add the sugar and vanilla directly to the pan, stirring with a spoon (be careful not to scratch the pan-I would recommend plastic).
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Scrape into a large bowl.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Add the remaining ingredients, excluding the powdered sugar.
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Chill the dough for several hours.
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Form into generously rounded teaspoon balls.
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Roll in powdered sugar.
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Place on a pan lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 8-9 minutes at 350 degrees.