Shortbread Cookies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl add butter and sugar and cream together.

Step 3

Slowly add flour and mix just until incorporated.

Step 4

On a lightly floured surface work the dough until it forms a ball.

Step 5

Roll out the dough to 1/2 - 1/3 inch thickness.

Step 6

Using cooking cutters, cut into desired shapes.

Step 7

Place on ungreased cookie sheets and bake for approximately 10-12 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from oven and let cool on cookie sheets for 5 minutes. Using a spatula, place cookies on a cooling rack until completely cool.

Step 9

If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour.