For a sweeter biscuit, brush one side with melted semisweet chocolate after baking. Barbara A soft flavorful cookie with chewy raisins and citron. This recipe was passed down to me from my aunt. Nicely spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Elegant English biscuits that can be served with afternoon tea, or to accompany desserts.
Legend has it that they named for the ladies in waiting to an English queen.
Traditional English biscuits that melt in your mouth. These are great on a cold winter day. This is a compilation of several Shortbread recipes I have from British cookbooks. I have been to England three times and REAL shortbread is a favorite. It should use real butter and not be TOO sweet.