Helen's Snickerdoodles

1 cup shortening

2 eggs

2 teaspoons cream of tartar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups sugar

2 3/4 cups flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

 

Mix shortening, sugar and eggs thoroughly.  In a separate bowl, mix flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.  Cut mixture together, roll into small balls, and roll in mixture of 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon.  Bake at 350f for 8 to 10 minutes.