Old-fashioned Buttermilk Cookies

Description
This a soft and light cookie - very easy to make. Use a mixer to mix them. They won't be as fluffy if mixed/stirred by hand. The buttermilk and cinnamon give it a wonderful, unique flavor. I have used this recipe for the past 30+ years and they have always turned out perfect. If you want to get fancy, top with ½ candied cherry or pecan half (that's about as fancy as I get) Can also top with raisins for a smiley face.

A TNT recipe.
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Makes about 4 dozen good size cookies.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup brown sugar
 * 1 cup white sugar
 * ½ cup shortening
 * ½ cup oleo
 * 2 teaspoons vanilla
 * 2 eggs
 * 4 cups flour
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 1 teaspoon soda
 * 1 cup buttermilk

Directions

 * 1) Cream together sugar, shortening and oleo.
 * 2) Add vanilla and eggs.
 * 3) In a separate bowl combine flour, salt and soda.
 * 4) Mix in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
 * 5) Drop from teaspoon onto ungreased pan.
 * 6) Sprinkle lightly with white sugar or cinnamon sugar.
 * 7) Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes or until golden color.