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Lemon & Rosemary Shortbread Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 96
Lemon and rosemary make these luscious treats a sweet surprise for a few friends. —Malorie Harris, Wildomar, California
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the lemon juice, peel and vanilla. Combine the flour, rosemary and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
2. Shape into two 12-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm. Cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 8 dozen.
By RecipeOfHealth.com