Snickerdoodles

Mix thoroughly:
1 c. soft shortening, part butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs

Sift together and stir in:
2 3/4 c flour
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. soda
1/4 tsp. salt

Roll into balls the size of walnuts. Roll mixture of 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned but still soft. (These cookies puff up at first, then flatten out.)

Bake at 400˚ for 8-10 minutes.
Yields: 5 dozen