YIELD Makes about 4 dozen bars or 24 wedges
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Of all the memories that cloud with age, it's always a mystery the ones that remain as clear as day. Growing up sweet treats were hard to come by around my house as my mom worked hard to minimize temptation for herself as well as for her family. But as in most families, the holidays were an exception. From cookie exchanges to gifts, there was no shortage of sweet treats. I can still remember my favorite cookie came in a little red box that read Walker's Shortbread. That buttery, crumbly texture coupled with subtle sweetness was irresistible.

aToday, buying Walker's isn't in my repertoire especially having learned how incredibly easy shortbread is to make. Rather than having my Scottish shortbread flown in from Scotland or wherever else it's made, I make my own. This way I control my ingredients as well. And once you make shortbread you can vary the recipe by adding chocolate and making chocolate shortbread or you can use the shortbread as a crust on a cheesecake, cobbler, or pie.

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