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For cinnamon mix:.
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Combine sugar and cinnamon.
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For cookie dough:.
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Cream shortning and sugar in large bowl. Blend in vanilla and eggs.
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In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tsp cinnamon. add to creamed mix and beat well.
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Turn dough onto a sheet of waxed paper. Spread dough into a 9 by 6-inch rectangle. Sprinkle 4 tbsp cinnamon mix. Roll up jelly roll style into a log. Dust log with remaining sugar. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
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Heat oven to 375. Spray cookie sheets with pam spray.
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Slice dough 1/4 inch thick. Bake for 8 minutes.