Scottish Shortbread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. butter (margarine DOES NOT work)
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. sugar

Preparation

Cream butter and sugar well.
Gradually add flour until it is well blended.
Form into a large ball.
Line a baking sheet with parchment or waxed paper.
Place ball onto paper and pat into a square approximately 1/2-inch thick.
Score the shortbread into long strips.
Divide the strips into \"fingers.\"
Using a fork, generously prick over the entire surface.
Bake at 300\u00b0 for 30 minutes or until lightly browned.
Cut into fingers while still warm.