Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Cream together the butter, brown sugar and almond extract. Sift together the flour, salt and baking powder; blend into butter mixture.
2. 2
   Place on cookie sheet; pat into a rectangle 1/4-inch thick, using as little flour as possible.
3. 3
   Make cut marks to prick each square with tines of fork.
4. 4
   Bake in a 350° oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until light and golden.
5. 5
   Do not overcook.
6. 6
   Remove squares; cool and store in tin with tight lid.
7. 7
   Makes 4 dozen.