Cherry Almond Crescents

Directions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

In large bowl, cream butter, ⅓ cup powdered sugar and almond extract. Add flour, salt and cornstarch, mixing well. Add chopped cherries and almonds.

Turn out onto floured surface and knead slightly.

Divide dough into 8 pieces; roll each like a pencil then cut into 2½-inch pieces.

Roll, then shape into crescents.

Bake on parchment-lined cookie sheets in preheated oven until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes.

Remove from oven and cool slightly, then roll into the remaining powdered sugar while still warm.