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

Put all ingredients in bowl. Mix well; drop by teaspoons. Press down with glass dipped in sugar (use a little flour with the sugar). Bake at 350 degrees for about 5-8 minutes.