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Scotch Shortbread
by All Homemade Cookies

This crisp, thick, and buttery cookie is an old-time delicacy from Scotland. If desired, you can tint the dough in assorted colors before chilling. These are great cookies for tea parties or the holidays!

Makes about 2 dozen cookies

Ingredients:

3/4 c. butter, softened

1/4 c. sugar

2 cups flour

Directions:

Cream together the butter and sugar. Work the flour in with your hands. Chill. Roll the dough to 1/3 - 1/2 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes. Place on ungreased baking sheet and bake in a 350 preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. (The tops will not brown.)