Peanut Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Blend in the flour.
3. 3
   Stir in the peanuts.
4. 4
   On a lightly floured board, roll out the dough into about 1/2-by-2-inch rectangles, roughly.
5. 5
   Transfer the cookies to baking sheets.
6. 6
   Score the tops of the cookies in grid fashion with the edge of the paring knife.
7. 7
   Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 F. Place the baking sheets in the oven and reduce the temperature to 325.
9. 9
   Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden.
10. 10
    Cool.