All-Butter Scottish Shortbread
A traditional Scottish shortbread, this delicious dessert is a staple for the Scottish New Year, Hogmanay.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325 F and lightly grease a baking sheet.
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Cream together butter, sugar, and salt in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour and cornstarch, then sift this mixture into the creamed butter; mix quickly until just combined.
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Lightly knead the dough on a floured surface to form a cohesive mass.
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Roll the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to 1/4-inch thickness, cut into desired shapes, prick with a fork, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 25 minutes, or until pale brown and crisp, then sprinkle warm shortbreads with superfine sugar and cool on a wire rack.