Mom'S "You'Ll Never Taste Better" Whipped Shortbread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups butter (do not substitute)
3 cups flour
1 cup icing sugar
1 cup cornstarch
60 maraschino cherries, halved (to garnish) (optional)

Preparation

Beat all ingredients together using an electric mixer for 10 minutes.
Roll into balls and drop on a cookie sheet.
Press with a fork to flatten.
(optional) Indent the center of each cookie with the tip of your thumb. Garnish with cherries or your choice as desired.
Bake at 325F for 8-10 minutes or until slightly browned on the bottoms (do not overcook).
Enjoy! Even better when slightly warm.