Vanilla Shortbread

A holiday favorite

What you need:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 tsps REAL vanilla

* artificial vanilla flavor, will not provide good result

1/2 cups icing sugar

1/4 cup cornstarch

1 1/2 cups flour

Whip butter, add vanilla

 Then one at a time; add sugar, cornstarch and flour. 

Beat on low for 1 min, then on high for 3-4 minutes until completely combined.

*Once mixed into butter, I usually remove from mixers and combine by hand to form into a well combined ball. 

Using a teaspoon portion, roll into small balls, place on baking sheet and press down with the tines of a fork.

Bake for 12-15 minutes until bottom edges of cookie are lightly browned.

Cool on rack, store in airtight container.

Should be stored in cool dark area.

1 week stored in dark area on counter,  2 weeks in fridge, do not  freeze.