Snickerdoodles

 

1 c shortening (half margarine)

1 ½ c sugar

2 eggs

2 ¾ c flour

2 t cream tartar

1 t baking soda

¼ t salt

2 T sugar

2 t cinnamon

Preheat oven to 400. Mix shortening, 1 ½ c sugar and eggs thoroughly. Blend flour, tartar, soda and salt and stir in shortening mix. Shape into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar and cinnamon. Put 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-9 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.