Snickerdoodles

Directions

1. 1
   Mix thoroughly the shortening, sugar and eggs.
2. 2
   Sift together and stir in the flour, cream of tartar, soda and salt.
3. 3
   Roll into balls the size of small walnuts.
4. 4
   Roll in mixture of 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon.
5. 5
   Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.
6. 6
   Bake until lightly browned but still soft.
7. 7
   (These cookies will puff up at first, then flatten out.)
8. 8
   Bake at 400° for 8 to 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Yields about 5 dozen 2-inch cookies.