Lemon-Thyme Shortbread

Rainstorms are loitering around San Francisco this week and when the weather gets like this it's definitely a sign for me to stay indoors and bake.  Not that I ever really need to find an excuse!

 

I wanted to make something that was quick and easy.  Luckily inspiration came courtesy of Martha Stewart when she was making chocolate-dipped shortbread on her show.  Dealing with chocolate seemed too messy so I flavored my cookies with lemon and thyme. 

Word of caution: whenever you infuse an herbal element in to a sweet I find it's best to use a light touch.  Otherwise you run the risk of the finished product tasting like scented soap...not so nice. This shortbread has just the right balance of citrus and herb without being too overpowering.  Wouldn't they be the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or glass of freshly-squeezed lemonade?  

Today is my dear friend Susanne's birthday so I wanted to wish her a wonderful day!

GRATULERER MED DAGEN!