This is the tried and true recipe we go back to over and over again.

1 c. soft shortening
1 ½ c. sugar
2 eggs
2 ¾ c. flour
2 tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
2 Tbsp cinnamon
2 tbsp sugar

Combine all ingredients, except last two. Roll into small balls and sprinkle with cinnamon/sugar mixture. Bake at 400 10-12 minutes.