Shortbread

8th Mar '16

Time: 10 minutes + 30 minutes baking

Or, simply, 3 parts flour, 2 parts butter, 1 part sugar.

Preheat the oven to 160ºC / 325ºF.
Mix the flour and sugar in a bowl, rub in the butter.
Knead well to form a smooth paste.
Divide into two and shape into two circles, approximately 7″ across and ½” thick.
Prick the top all over with a fork and mark into portions with a knife.
Bake at 160ºC / 325ºF for 30 minutes or so, until pale golden.
Leave for five minutes or so, then cool completely on a wire tray.