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

Mix sugar, butter and shortening until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, flour, salt, tartar and soda. Mix and roll into balls the size of a walnut. Place on cookie sheet 2-inches apart.

Bake at 325°F for 8 to 10 minutes.