Chewy Milk Duds Cookies

Chewy Milk Duds Cookies 1 1/2 cups butter-flavor shortening 1 1/2 cups peanut butter 2 cups granulated sugar, divided 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 4 eggs 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 (10 ounce) package Milk Duds In a mixing bowl, cream the shortening, peanut butter, 1 1/2 cups of the sugar and brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Chill for at least 1 hour. Shape 4 teaspoons of dough around each Milk Dud so it is completely covered. Roll balls in remaining sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes or until set. Cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire racks. About 8 dozen