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Medium
By Fiona Cairns
Published 2011
This is a very useful recipe as it is so versatile; it can be rolled quite thinly and holds its shape very well once baked. I used a 7.5cm blossom cutter, but make any shape you prefer.
Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and set aside. Cream together the butter and sugar in a large bowl, using a wooden spoon - or in a food mixer - until well combined and fluffy. Add the egg yolk and vanilla and mix it in well, then work in the flour. Once the mixture comes together as a dough, dust your hands with flour and wrap it in clingfilm. Chill for an hour (or up to a few days if more