Ginger Uniques

This is a shortbread. I make it unique by adding 1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger to the batter. If you like ginger, you'll love this.

• Calories: 114 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup shortening
• ½ cup white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sift together flour, ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In large bowl, cream together shortening and sugar. Beat in the cream. Gradually blend in the flour mixture. Stir or work in crystallized ginger. Cover and chill for four hours.

Step 3

On floured surface, roll out chilled dough to a 9 inch square. Fit it into lightly greased 9 inch square baking pan. Prick it all over with a fork.

Step 4

Bake in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven until lightly colored. Cool in the pan on wire rack. Cut into 2 x 1 inch bars.