"This recipe has been in my husband's family for over 100 years. My sweet mother-in-law shared this with me. I will always cherish and treasure the many wonderful recipes she left behind.

(No matter how you shape 'em, try our Scottish shortbread recipe.) Regardless, shortbread's association with Scotland was to be cemented by the first-known publication of a recipe in 1736.

Empire biscuits are tasty Scottish shortbread-style biscuits, filled with jam and topped with icing and cherries. They are great for a teatime treat with a mug of tea. Place the butter and caster ...