Traditional Scottish Shortbread

* Exported from MasterCook *

Traditional Scottish Shortbread

Recipe By : William Irvine, my grand-dad
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories :
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Lb Sweet Butter
1 C Powdered Sugar
4 C Flour

Cream butter, add sugar gradually. Blend with, but don't overwork it or let
butter become oily. Gradually work in flour. Turn out onto lightly floured
board to pat out. (use part confectioner's sugar and part flour on board)

NEXT STEP, MAY BE CUT EITHER WAY.

1. Roll 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. cut into small (1 1/2 in) rounds. Prick
twice, then chill. Bake at 300 deg. for 20 - 25 min, or until barely golden
brown.

OR

2. Roll 3/4 inch thick - pinch edges, prick all over with a fork. Bake 375
for 5 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 deg and bake 45 - 60 minutes, or
until lightly golden brown.

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