Shortbread Cookies I

These are always a hit at our church.

Servings:48

Ingredients:

• 2 cups(or 455g) butter, softened
• 1 3/4(or 350g) cups white sugar
• 6 eggs
• 1 tablespoon(or 7g) caraway seed
• 8 cups(or 1000g) all-purpose flour

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter, and sugar. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and add to the butter mixture. Stir in the caraway seeds and flour. Mix well.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 1 inch squares (or other shapes) and place at least 1 inch apart on cookie sheets.
5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes…watch closely…until lightly colored. Cool on wire racks.