Grandma Mables' Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter; add sugar and beat well.
2. 2
   Add about 4 1/4 cups of flour slowly and mix until dough cracks (use hands if necessary).
3. 3
   Roll out 1/2 to 3/4-inch thickness.
4. 4
   Cut and place on ungreased baking sheets.
5. 5
   Decorate with cut up cherries.
6. 6
   Bake in slow oven, 275° to 300°, until medium brown, 20 to 35 minutes. Cool on rack.
7. 7
   Store tightly covered.
8. 8
   May freeze.
9. 9
   Can be made in food processor.