CW Scottish Shortbread

* Exported from MasterCook II *

CW Scottish Shortbread

Recipe By : COUNTRY WOMAN MAGAZINE - JULY/AUGUST 19
Serving Size : 48 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cookies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound butter (no substitutes) -- softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour -- -4 1/2 cups

In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar. Add 3-3/4 cups flour;
mix well. Sprinkle a board with some of the remaining four. Knead for 5
minutes, adding enough remaining flour to make a soft, non-sticky dough.
Roll to 1/2" thickness. Cut into 3"x1" strips. Place 1" apart on ungreased
baking sheets. Prick with a fork. Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes or
until cookies are lightly browned. Yield about 4 dozen

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