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Sunday Shortbread

(by Sarah Zeversenuke)


1/2 c. cornstarch

1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar

1 c. sifted flour

1 c. butter, at room temperature


Preheat oven to 300 F.

While humming your favorite tune, sift cornstarch, sugar, and flour together, then blend

with the butter.

Form into 2-in. balls.

Place 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet, and gently press flat with a fork.

Bake for 20 - 25 minutes until the edges are golden brown.


(Read Sunday Sweets, the story that accompanies this recipe.)

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