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Old-Fashioned Shortbread (4 Ingredients)
 
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Prep Time: 2 Minutes
Cook Time: 13 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 16
I made the for a cook book and the cookies tasted so good! I couldn't stop eating them! They should be mixed by hand for a superb texture! Perfect for a cold winter day!
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 360‘F.
2. In medium size bowl mix all ingredients until the dough is smooth and holds together.
3. Divide dough in half. Press each half into an ungreased 8-inch round pan.
4. Cut shortbread into eight slices.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly brown.
6. Remove shortbread from oven and immediately recut with a sharp knife.
7. Cool in pan for 30 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool thoroughly.
8. Makes 16 pieces.
By RecipeOfHealth.com