Snickerdoodles

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 400° (moderately hot).
2. 2
   Mix shortening, sugar and eggs.
3. 3
   Stir dry ingredients thoroughly to blend.
4. 4
   Mix in well.
5. 5
   If dough seems dry, add a drop or two of cream.
6. 6
   Roll into balls the size of a walnut.
7. 7
   Roll in mixture of 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon.
8. 8
   Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake 8 to 10 minutes until light brown.
10. 10
    Makes about 5 dozen 2-inch cookies.