Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.

In a medium bowl sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, blend Crisco and sugars together until combined.

Beat in vanilla, water, and eggs.

Add flour mixture to the sugar and egg mixture and mix well. Stir in M & M's.

Drop by teaspoon, or use a small ice cream scoop, onto parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden. For additional color, press additional M & M's into cookies before baking.

Remove baking sheet from oven and cool cookies on sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once completely cool store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.