Dessert - Scotch Shortbread

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 2/3 cups butter (10 2/3 T)
  • 1/2 cup powered sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Sift flour; measure; and sift again. Cream butter; gradually add sugar and continue to beat until light. Combine the dry ingredients and creamed mixture; blend thoroughly. Pat the dough into an ungreased 8x8 pan; prick the surface all over with fork. Bake in a moderate oven 325 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes then switch racks and bake for another 25 to 30 minutes. Cut into 1" squares before the shortbread cools too much.