Mix shortening, peanut butter, sugars, and egg thoroughly. Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting. Blend all dry ingredients; stir into shortening mixture. Chill dough 1 hour. Heat oven to 375F. Using cooky press with star plate, make 2 1/2" fingers. Bake 8 to 10 minutes. When cool, dip one end (or both) in melted chocolate (4 small plain chocolate bars), then in 3/4 cup salted peanuts, crushed.
