Shortnin' Bread ~ by Nelson Eddy

Don't know why I like this old corny song. I just do.

From an old movie magazine: “[Nelson Eddy] admits that much of his fan mail contains shortnin’ bread formulae from well-meaning listeners who try to fill his aching void. In desperation, Eddy conducted a month of experiments in his kitchen and now sends his own recipe for shortnin’ bread in retaliation. The pastry, a la Nelson:”

Prep time: 10 Min. Cook time: 25 Min. Serves: 18

Ingredients
4 cups sifted flour
1 cup light brown sugar
2 cups butter or other shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
Mix dry ingredients. Work in butter.
Press on a floured board to 1/2” thickness. Cut to shape and bake in a moderate oven, 20-25 minutes.