Sugar Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the oleo or butter and sugar together until creamy by hand or mixer.
2. 2
   Add the eggs, cream of tartar, vanilla and soda.
3. 3
   Mix until well blended.
4. 4
   Add the flour, one cup at a time, blending well after each addition.
5. 5
   Roll into small balls and press with bottom of glass dipped in sugar.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for about 15 minutes in a heavy pan or 10 minutes on a cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Make sure the cookie sheets are cool and cleaned before putting more cookies on them. The dough may be chilled for awhile or overnight to make it easier to handle.