Shortbread with Edible Flowers

Cynthia Cliff

Fairfax, Virginia, US

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Shortbread is a simple dessert that can be made more regal by adding edible flowers. Mary, Queen of Scots, is attributed with the style of shortbread that we enjoy today. I'd like to think that she would appreciate the addition of beautiful flowers on her favorite treat. The trick with adding flowers to something like shortbread, is to flatten them first, then add the flowers only after baking while the bread is still hot. That way, they maintain their bright colors and freshness.