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

Mix shortening, sugar and eggs together. Sift flour, cream of tartar, soda, and salt together and mix with the above mixture. Roll into balls, about walnut size, and roll in sugar cinnamon mixture (2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon). Can use colored sugar crystals for holiday times.

Bake on ungreased sheet at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned but still soft.