*Scottish Shortbread

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   Preheat oven to 325u00b0.

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   Sift flour with cornstarch, sugar and salt 3 times.

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   In a large bowl with wooden spoon, beat butter until creamy.

4. 4

   Gradually work in flour mixture.

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   Pat into 9 x 9-inch pan.

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   Prick with fork all over (right through until fork hits bottom of pan).

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   Bake for about 45 minutes, until slightly golden.

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   To test for doneness, take from oven and cut small piece. Shortbread should be uniform in color; no dark line appearing in the center.

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   Cut into squares while warm.

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    If desired, sprinkle with sifted confectioners sugar.

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