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Ingredients

  • 1 c. soft shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 3/4 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. cream of tartar

Method

  • Mix together thoroughly shortening, eggs and sugar.
  • Sift together flour, soda, cream of tartar and salt and stir into first four ingredients.
  • Chill dough.
  • Roll into balls the size of a small walnut.
  • Roll in mixture of 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon.
  • Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake until lightly browned, but still soft.
  • Will puff up at first, then flatten out.
  • Bake at 400° for 10 minutes.
  • Yields 5 dozen.