How to Make Pecan Shortbread

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Allow the butter to soften at room temperature.

   Cream together (use an electric beater if you have one).
   
   Continue to beat until light and fluffy. ,,, Do this gradually
   - if you try to add it all at once, it will become lumpy. ,,,, Wrap each log in the plastic film and place in the refrigerator.
   
   Refrigerate for half an hour. ,,,,, Keep an eye on them and remove them earlier if they appear to be browning sooner.
   
   The shortbread should be firm and not browned. ,
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   Step 2: Combine butter and sugar.

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   Step 3: Add the vanilla and mix in well.

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   Step 4: Sift the flours.

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   Step 5: Fold the flours into the beaten mixture.

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   Step 6: Continue mixing and add in the pecans.

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   Step 7: Tear off two large pieces of plastic wrap and lay these down on a clean bench.

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   Step 8: Divide the mixture in two and place each half on one sheet of plastic.

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   Step 9: Roll the dough into log shapes

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    Step 10: approximately 20 centimeter (7.9 in) x 7 centimeter (2.8 in) / 7.8" x 2.8" length and diameter.

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    Step 11: Preheat the oven to 150ºC/300ºF/Gas mark 2.

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    Step 12: Line the baking trays/cookie sheets with baking paper if they are not non-stick.

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    Step 13: Slice the dough into 1 centimeter (0.4 in) / 1/4" slices.

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    Step 14: Put each slice onto the trays

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    Step 15: with an even distance between them.

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    Step 16: Place in the oven and cook for about 30 - 40 minutes.

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    Step 17: Finished.

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