12 Days of Cookies - Shortbread

Shortbread.  Is there a purer cookie out there?  Basic ingredients that lead to a yummy delight.  There are a tonne of shortbread recipes out there, but I am going to post the one my Grandma always used.  Why mess with a true family classic?

Shortbread Cookies

1 c butter, softened

1 c icing sugar

2 c flour

1 tsp cornstarch

1 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla (or other flavoured extract)

1.  In a bowl, cream butter.  Add the sugar gradually and beat until it is fluffy like whipped cream.

2.  Add sifted flour, cornstarch, and salt, a little at a time, until the dough resembles a crumbly mixture.  Add vanilla.

3.  Pour onto counter and knead with hands until dough starts to come together.  Wrap in plastic wrap and place in refridgerator for 10 min.

4.  On a floured surface, roll dough and cut into shapes.  Sprinkle with coloured sugar crystals

5.  Bake 300F 15 min, until lightly browned.