"Classic, buttery shortbread cookies paired with fragrant Earl Grey tea are an elegant addition to any cookie plate. Of course, these are a natural fit at tea time, but the possibilities are endless. Crumble a few over lemon ice cream, sandwich them with raspberry jam, or dip into white chocolate. Prep tip: To know when the butter is soft enough to beat, but not so soft it’ll make the dough hard to work with, gently but firmly press your finger into the stick. If it leaves a shallow indent, you’re ready to go...."