Herbfarm Rosemary Shortbread

1. 1

   Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Cream butter in a large bowl until pale yellow and light.

3. 3

   Add the sugar; continue mixing until the mixture is fluffy.

4. 4

   If you are using fresh rosemary, mince it.

5. 5

   If you are using dried rosemary, crush it in a mortar and pestle, or by using a rolling pin on a flat surface, until it is fine but not a powder.

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   Add both flours, the salt and the rosemary to the butter mixture; mix until thoroughly combined.

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   The dough will be somewhat soft.

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   Refrigerate it for 1 hour, if necessary, so that it is firm enough to roll.

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   Roll the dough out to form a rectangle about 10 x 14 inch and 1/4 inch thick.

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    Cut cookies into 1 1/2 x 2 inch rectangles or any other shape you like.

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    Place them about 1/2 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

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    Sprinkle them with the sugar topping if desired; bake at 375F (190C).

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    in the center of the oven until they are gold at the edges, 12 to 15 minutes.

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    Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool.

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    Pack in an airtight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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