Cherry and Ginger Biscotti

Though it sounds a strange combination, the cherry and ginger mix is quite refreshing! We usually double this recipe.

3 1/2 cups flour
1 T baking powder
1 tsp ground ginger
½ tsp salt
¾ cup butter or margarine cut up
1 ¼ cups sugar
3 lg eggs
1 jar (2 oz) diced crystallized ginger (1/3 cup coarsely chopped)
¾ cup dried tart cherries chopped

Melt butter whisk in eggs and sugar until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients. Divide dough in half and form into approx 14” x 4” log about ½ in high.

Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Cool and cut into ½ “ slices and re-bake at 325°F. (Golden brown)