Easy Rich Shortbread

Description: This has been a favourite of my family for many years and I am continuing the tradition. It is very rich but very easy. Store in an airtight container

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups of very soft butter
• 2 3/4 cups flour
• 3/4 cup icing sugar

Steps:

1. Sift the icing sugar --
2. Cream the icing sugar and the butter until smooth.
3. Gradually add the flour mixing thoroughly after each addition.
4. Pat into a 13 x 9 inch pan.
5. Bake at 325 degree oven for 20 minutes.
6. Cool and cut into small squares.