Ingredients

  • 2 1/8 cups shortening
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cream of tartar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Method

  • Cream shortening with sugars. Mix in beaten eggs. Sift together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; mix into creamed mixture. Stir in nuts and vanilla.
  • Make rolls about 2 inches in diameter. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Slice about 3/8 inch thick, and place on greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.