These should be given away. Shamrocks are a symbol of good luck in Ireland.

250g plain flour
250g butter
250g sifted caster sugar
25g ground almonds


1. Sift flour into basin. 2. Rub in butter. 3. Then add sugar, mixed with almonds. 4. Roll out thinly. 5. Cut into shamrock shapes. 6. Cook at 190 degrees Celcius until golden brown - about 10 minutes. 7. Coat with peppermint icing (to make biscuits look green).
Icing

3oz icing sugar
3 tablespoons cold water
1 or 2 drops peppermint essence
1. Place icing in bowl. 2. Add water and essence and mix thoroughly.