White Pepper Shortbread

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   In a mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter until fluffy.

3. 3

   Add 1/2 cup of the sugar and cream together until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the flour, cornstarch, and pepper, and mix just until combined.

5. 5

   On a well-floured surface, roll out the dough to about 3/4-inch thickness.

6. 6

   Transfer it to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet (preferably one with sides) and continue rolling out the dough, pushing out towards the edges of the pan, to 1/4-inch thickness.

7. 7

   Prick the dough all over with a fork, then sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar.

8. 8

   Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan after 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Shake the pan as you rotate it, to settle the dough.

10. 10

    When the surface is golden, remove from the oven and sprinkle immediately with the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar.

11. 11

    Cut immediately into bars with a sharp knife or pizza cutter and let cool in the pan.

12. 12

    Store in an airtight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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