Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter.
2. 2
   Gradually add powdered sugar.
3. 3
   Beat until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Stir in flour; press into jelly roll pan.
5. 5
   Prick all over with fork.
6. 6
   Chill 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Bake at 375° for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to 300° and bake 25 additional minutes.
8. 8
   Cut into squares while warm.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with sugar.
10. 10
    Yield:
11. 11
    72 cookies. These are better if stored in a tin box for several days. Cookies get sweeter with age.