Shortbread (original) (raw)

250g butter (at room temperature)
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups plain flour

1/2 cup plain flour for rolling

Mix together ingredients. Option extras include vanilla essence, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts or pecans. Roll out and use cookie cutters, or simply roll small balls with the palms of your hands and squash down with a fork. Use a flat tray lined with bakig paper. Bake at 170*C for 8-15 minutes depending on thickness. Done when they turn a light golden colour.

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