1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening (half butter, half butter)
1 egg
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Roll into small balls (a small walnut), then dip in sugar (can be colored) and bake for 12 minutes in 350 degree oven.