2 sticks butter
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 egg
6 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar

Mix butter and shortening until soft. Mix with sugar and egg; beat well. Mix flour, soda, cream of tartar and nutmeg. Combine mixtures. Sprinkle sugar on surface and rolling pin. Place dough on board. Roll thin and cut in shapes. Bake on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.