Shortbread

Butter, unsalted, softened	¾ cup
Sugar, powdered	½ cup
Vanilla extract	½ teaspoon
Flour	1 ½ cups

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. 
2. Lightly grease a shortbread pan. 
3. Cream the butter until light. 
4. Beat in the sugar, then vanilla. 
5. Gradually work in the flour. 
6. Knead dough in the bowl until smooth. 
7. Firmly press the dough into the pan. 
8. Prick the surface with a fork, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until lightly browned. 
9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. 
10. Loosen the edges with a pastry knife, and invert onto a cutting board. 
11. Cut into serving pieces while still warm.