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In a medium skillet, preferably stainless steel so you can clearly see the butter, melt butter at medium heat. Whisk constantly, scraping the bottom of the pan, until butter turns reddish-golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.
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In a large bowl, whisk together cooled butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
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Whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and spices.
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Mix the dry mixture into the butter mixture.
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Cover bowl and chill for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
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When you are ready to bake the cookies, preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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Whisk together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
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Scoop out 1 1/2-2 tablespoons of dough. Roll it into a ball and then roll the ball into the sugar cinnamon mixture. Place the ball of dough onto a cookie sheet lined with silicone or parchment paper. Repeat with all of the dough, placing 6 cookies to a sheet.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cookies are set and crackly.