Cherry Shortbread Cookies

Method

1. I

   Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

2. II

   Using a food processor, mix the flour, butter, sugar and salt for 20 seconds.

3. III

   Add the cherries and pulse until chopped (about 20 seconds).

4. IV

   Turn out the mixture onto a work surface and gather into a smooth, compact ball.

5. V

   On a lightly floured surface, form the dough into a 7 by 9 inch rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.

6. VI

   Cut into 12 rectangles. Prick each cookie 3 times with a fork.

7. VII

   Using a metal spatula, place the cookies about 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

8. VIII

   Bake until light golden brown (30 minutes).

9. IX

   Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely and sprinkle with sugar.