1996 2nd Place Winner: Shortbread Cookies Recipe

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   Cookie Contest, a simple brown-sugar shortbread from Sandra Petrille

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   Heat oven to 325'F.

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   Beat all ingredients in large bowl of electric mixer on medium-high speed till smooth, about 4 min.

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   Divide dough into 4 pcs.

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   Roll out 1 piece of dough at a time on lightly floured surface to 1/16- to 1/8-inch thickness.

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   Cut out dough with cookie cutters.

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    Bake cookies on ungreased baking sheet till pale brown and slightly hard to the touch, 8 to 10 min.

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    Remove to cooling rack.

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    Decorate as desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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