The world has Scotland to thank for shortbread, the buttery, rich, and versatile cookie. The first known recipe for the sweet treat was published in 1736, in a Scottish cookbook by a woman known as ...
Shortbread can be eaten on its own or crumbled and used as a base for tarts or cheesecakes. Make strawberry shortcakes by serving a sandwich of shortbread filled with whipped cream and fresh ...
To make the shortbread, grease and line a 20cm/8in square baking tin with baking paper. Leave a slight overhang at the sides of the tin so it can be lifted out easily later. Cream together the ...