1 c. shortening
1 c. butter - real soft
2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
2 tsp. vanilla
4 eggs
6 c. flour (I use self-rising, omit soda and salt.)

Roll out into balls, press down with fork dipped into flour or sugar. Bake 350 degrees 10-12 minutes.