Shortbread

Shortbread
yield 20-24 pieces

Cream together:
1 1/2 sticks butter
2/3c powdered sugar
Add and knead:
1 3/4c flour
1/2 tsp salt

Pat into bottom of 11" pie plate
Use sharp knife to cut dough into 24 wedges
Prick all over with fork
Bake until pale yellow, firm to touch
Do not allow to brown
Cool, turn out right side up