Ginger Uniques

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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.

Servings:
18
Yield:
3 dozen
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 18 servings

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ cup shortening

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream

  • 1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger

Directions

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

  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.

  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.

  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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

114 Calories
6g Fat
14g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 18
Calories 114
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 33mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 21mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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