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Shortbread Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 30
This recipe came from a 1960's calendar my mom has. She would make these every Christmas for me. Now I make them every year. They melt in your mouth. Not sure on the exact yield, it depends on what size cookie cutters you use.
Ingredients:
1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
Directions:
1. Cream butter & add sugar gradually.
2. Mix in almond flavoring.
3. Cream thoroughly.
4. Add flour 1/4 cup at a time.
5. Mix well.
6. Divide dough into several portions.
7. Flatten one portion at a time on lightly floured surface with hands.
8. Roll out smooth with lightly floured rolling pin.
9. Cut into desired shapes & place on ungreased cookie sheets.
10. Bake at 325°F for 10-15 minutes until golden brown around edges.
By RecipeOfHealth.com