Shortbread Cookies

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   Preheat oven to 275F.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine all ingredients to form uniform dough.

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   On a cutting board or work surface, roll out dough to 1/8-inch thickness, and cut out shapes with cookie cutters or the rims of various-size cups to make circles.

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   The dough can also be rolled out in logs, then sliced into disks.

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   Place the cookies on ungreased baking sheets, sprinkle with colored sugar, if desired, and bake until lightly golden, about l5 minutes.

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   Allow cookies to cool slightly, then transfer to racks to cool completely.

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   Dust with confectioners' sugar, if desired.

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   Store cookies in airtight container.

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