Shortbread Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Resift flour and baking powder; cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Slowly add flour.
3. 3
   Stir in nuts.
4. 4
   Cover and chill.
5. 5
   Roll out on floured board to 1/4-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut in any shape you want.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased sheet.
8. 8
   Bake 20 minutes at 300° or until edges are very lightly browned.
9. 9
   Makes about 2 dozen.