1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 c. flour
1 c. nuts
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. sour milk or buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg thoroughly. Sift together flour, soda and salt. Stir into shortening/sugar mixture alternating with milk and vanilla. Drop by teaspoonsful 2 inches apart on cookie sheet. Sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon and nuts. Bake at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Makes 3 dozen.