Scotch Shortbread

Taste Of Home - Marlene Hellickson This recipe makes a dense, crisp bar. It does not call for baking powder or soda

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 48
• Yields: 4 dozen

Ingredients

• 4  cups flour
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  lb  cold butter

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar.
2. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
3. Knead the dough until smooth, about 6-10 minutes.
4. Pat into an ungreased 15 x 10 inch baking pan.
5. Pierce with a fork.
6. Bake at 325 F for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned.
7. Cut into squares while warm.
8. Cool on a wire rack.