The Best Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Coat a large baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of softened butter.
3. 3
   Beat 1 pound butter and cup of sugar together at high speed; then beat in flour, one cup at a time.
4. 4
   Beat until smooth.
5. 5
   (You might have to use your hands.)
6. 6
   On floured board, roll out dough to 1/2 inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut rectangles, triangles or Christmas cookie cutter
8. 8
   shapes, etc..
9. 9
   Prick all over with tines of fork.
10. 10
    Bake 22 to 27 minutes until firm and lightly browned.
11. 11
    Cool on cake racks.
12. 12
    Will keep for 2 or 3 weeks in covered jars.