M & M Cookie Mix in a Jar

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1 1/2 cups mini baking M & Ms
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
(Makes 4 1/2 cups of mix)

1. Combine the flour with baking soda and salt.

2. In a clean 1 liter sized glass jar layer the ingredients in the order given starting with the brown sugar and ending with the flour mixture.

3. Attach a card with the following directions:

M & M Cookies

1. Preheat oven to 350�F (175�C). Line one baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Empty the contents of the jar into a large bowl and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.

3. Using your hands work in 3/4 cup softened butter or margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Beat 1 egg with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Work this into the flour mixture until well combined. Dough will be a little crumbly.

5. Shape dough into 1 inch sized balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Slightly flatten the balls with the palm of your hand.

6. Bake at 350�F (175�C) for 10 to 14 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Remove cookies to a cooling rack.

Makes about 2 dozen cookies.