Snickerdoodles

Directions

1. 1
   Mix thoroughly the soft shortening, 1 1/2 cups sugar and eggs.
2. 2
   Sift together and stir in the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.
3. 3
   Roll into balls the size of walnuts.
4. 4
   Roll in mixture of 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon.
5. 5
   Place 2 inches apart (they spread a lot).
6. 6
   Bake until lightly browned, but still soft, at 400° for 8 to 10 minutes.
7. 7
   (These cookies puff up at first, then flatten out.) Makes 5 dozen.