Scottish Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix butter and sugar thoroughly.
2. 2
   Stir in flour.
3. 3
   Mix thoroughly with hands.
4. 4
   Chill dough.
5. 5
   Roll out 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
6. 6
   Cut into fancy shapes.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake (the tops do not brown during baking, nor does the shape of the cookies change) at 300° for 20 to 25 minutes.
8. 8
   Makes about 2 dozen 1 x 1 1/2-inch cookies.