Snickerdoodles

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening, sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Combine flour, cream of tartar, salt and soda.
3. 3
   Stir into cream mixture.
4. 4
   Stir in vanilla.
5. 5
   Chill at least one hour.
6. 6
   Shape dough into balls.
7. 7
   Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon, mixing well.
8. 8
   Roll each ball in cinnamon mixture.
9. 9
   Place on greased cookie sheet and flatten cookie slightly.
10. 10
    Bake at 400° for 8 to 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Do not overbake!