Scottish Brown Sugar Shortbread

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Very light and flavourful shortbread. this is such a simple recipe you will be surprised that it tastes so yummy. the real trick is using brown sugar and real butter. i have made this with and without the vanilla and i enjoy it either way. this recipe is a staple in my recipe library.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 325 degrees f.

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Cream butter and brown sugar and vannilla.

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Add 3 to 3 3 / 4 cups flour.

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Mix well.

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Sprinkle board with the remaining flour.

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Knead for 5 minutes , adding enough flour to make a soft dough.

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Roll to 1 / 2 inch thickness.

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Press out shapes or cut into 3x1 inch strips.

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Prick with fork and place on ungreased baking sheets.

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Bake at 325 degrees f for 20 to 25 minutes.

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Ingredients

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butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, vanilla