Cinnamon Jumbles

1. 1

   Dissolve soda in buttermilk; stir well, and set aside.

2. 2

   Cream shortening in a large mixing bowl; gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating well. Add egg; beat well. Stir in reserved buttermilk mixture and vanilla.

3. 3

   Combine flour and salt in a medium mixing bowl; gradually stir into creamed mixture. Chill dough 2 hours.

4. 4

   Combine remaining 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.

5. 5

   Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto lightly greased cookie sheets. Sprinkle with reserved sugar mixture. Bake at 375u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from cookie sheets, and cool on wire racks.

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