Scottish Shortbread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. powdered sugar
2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt

Preparation

Cream butter and sugar together thoroughly.
Add flour sifted with baking powder and salt; blend until smooth.
Roll or pat to 1/4-inch thickness on floured surface.
Cut with 2-inch cutter or in pie pans (must score before baking).
Place on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes. Do not brown! Makes 5 dozen.