Caramel Slices

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 cup shortening, melted and cooled slightly

2 cups packed brown sugar

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and nutmeg in a bowl and set aside.

Beat together in a large bowl the melted shortening and the brown sugar. Beat in the eggs, then the vanilla extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.

Shape dough into a log measuring 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap log in waxed paper or foil and chill for 4 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (180 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.

Slice log into slices 1/4 inch thick. Place slices 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly colored. Cool on wire racks.