Oatmeal Shortbread

Makes 48-56

Blend together the butter and sugar for this delightful oatmeal shortbread that will feed the entire family for the holidays!

1 cup

butter, softened

3/4 cup

packed brown sugar

2 tsp

pure vanilla extract

2 cups

all-purpose flour

1 cup

quick-cooking rolled oats

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar; blend in vanilla. Gradually work in flour and oats, using spoon or fingers. Chill for about 20 minutes or until firm enough to roll.
Roll it into 2 logs, wrap it in parchment paper, chilled it for 1 hour, then cut it into ¼ inch slices and then baked it.
Place on ungreased (or parchment paper-lined) rimless baking sheets; prick with fork.
Bake in centre of 325°F (160°C) oven until lightly browned, about 15-20 minutes.

Recipe by: Margaret Fraser