Lemon Thyme Shortbread Cookies -- Carrie Sheridan

adding a spice to a fruited dessert is a stroke of genius...

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Yields: 3 dozen

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup butter
• 1⁄2 cup powdered sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon lemon zest
• 1  teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1  teasponn fresh thyme (leaves removed)
• 1 1⁄2 cups flour, sifted

Directions

1. Cream butter and powdered sugar. Add salt, zest, lemon juice and thyme. Mix well.
2. Add flour and mix well.
3. Wrap dought tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 1-2 hours until firm.
4. Roll dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
5. Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut shapes.
6. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes.
7. Let cool before eating.