Granny Kit’s Biscuits

This is a recipe kindly given to me by my Godmother. It was often made by her mother and whenever I'd visit I would always be welcomed by the sweet buttery smell of these fresh baked biscuits. As a child I never got the chance to tell her how much I love them, which I regret.
Rest In Peace Granny Kit.

• Pre-heat the oven to 350F/180C.
• Soften the margarine (I used my fingers) then add the sugar in parts, beating until smooth.
• If you are adding any essence, I suggest adding it now.
• Gradually sift in the flour and mix until it forms a dough like substance (flavouring can be added with the flour, lemon rind, cocoa etc).
• Using your hands, form into balls the size of walnuts and flatten onto a greased tray, using a fork dipped in water.
• At this stage I sprinkled a few chocolate chips onto the biscuits.
• Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, and leave to cool for at least 20 minutes (longer if you've used chocolate).