Britannica Explores: Scottish Cooking

The video tutorial, hosted by Michelle from Heritage Gourmet, explores the history and making of Scottish shortbread. It covers the origins of shortbread as a luxury treat, its evolution over centuries, and its cultural significance in Scotland. The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide to making shortbread dough, highlighting the importance of butter and the use of rice flour for a crumbly texture. It also discusses regional variations and the historical context of shortbread, including its association with Mary, Queen of Scots. The video concludes with baking instructions and a note on the legal definition of shortbread in the UK.

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