Almond Shortbread Cookies

1 c Flour, all-purpose

1/2 c Cornstarch

1/2 c Sugar, powdered

1 c Almonds, finely chopped

3/4 c Butter; softened

Combine flour, cornstarch, and powdered sugar; stir in almonds. Add butter; blend with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Shape dough into small balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet; flatten each ball with lightly floured fork. Bake at 300 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until edges are only lightly browned. Cool

before storing. SOURCE: Southern Living Magazine, May 1974.