Lemon Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, corn starch, icing sugar and lemon rind in a large bowl.
2. 2
   With large spoon, blend in butter.
3. 3
   Work with hands until a soft, smooth dough forms.
4. 4
   roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
5. 5
   Cut in shapes with cookie cutters.
6. 6
   Place on ungreased baking sheets.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with coloured sugars if desired.
8. 8
   Bake at 300 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
9. 9
   Remove from sheet, cool completely.
10. 10
    Variation: Lemon Almond- Add 3/4 cup finely chopped unblanched almonds to dough or Lemon poppyseed- Add 1 tablespoon poppy seeds to dough.