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Brown Sugar Shortbread

This delightful recipe came from a friend at work. Thanks Kathy!





List of Ingredients



• 1 c. butter (no substitutes), softened
  
• 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
  
• 2 1/4 c. all purpose flour
  






Instructions



1. Preheat oven to 300°
   
2. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Gradually stir in the flour.
   
3. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 3 minutes.
   
4. Pat into a 1/3 inch thick rectangel measuring 11 x 8 inches.
   
5. Cut into 2 x 1 inch strips.
   
6. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Prick with a fork. Bake at 300° for 25 minutes or until bottom begins to brown.
   
7. Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes; remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
   






Final Comments


Some tips:
1) Use a pizza cutter for easier cutting
2) Use a ruler to help keep your cuts straight
3) Use the 8 inch side of your dough for the 2 inch cuts so it comes out even. One cut down the middle and 1 on each side halfway between the center cut and the edge.