Basic Shortbread
Shortbread is made from a few basic ingredients, and the results are sensational. The key to success with this thick shortbread is baking it slowly so that it doesn't brown.
How to Make It
Step 1
Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well. Stir in vanilla.
Step 2
Combine flour and salt; gradually add to butter mixture, beating at low speed until blended.
Step 3
Roll dough to 1/2" thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut with a 2 1/2" round cutter or Christmas cookie cutter. Place 2" apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake at 275° for 50 minutes. Cool 2 minutes on baking sheet. Remove to a wire rack to cool.
Step 5
Note: Unbleached flour is the best-quality, freshest flour for baking and is particularly good in simple recipes like shortbread. Other kinds of all-purpose flour work fine in this recipe, too.
Christmas with Southern Living 2002
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