Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat oven to 360’F.
In medium size bowl mix all ingredients until the dough is smooth and holds together.
Divide dough in half. Press each half into an ungreased 8-inch round pan.
Cut shortbread into eight slices.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly brown.
Remove shortbread from oven and immediately recut with a sharp knife.
Cool in pan for 30 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool thoroughly.
Makes 16 pieces.
Servings: 16
Time preparation: 2 min.
Time total: 17 min.