2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening (part butter & lard)
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla or cinnamon
4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. nuts

Mix. Form into long roll and let lay overnight. Slice and bake in the morning. Do not refrigerate long roll; let stand out on table overnight.