Cranberry Biscotti Mix in a Jar

The holiday season is quickly approaching and we all know that deciding on the proper gift to give a friend can be very trying. Why not give them something unusual and from the heart.

Layer in a quart jar in this order.
3/4 C. dries cranberries or cherries
3/4 C. chopped pecans
2 C. flour
1/2 t. cinnamon
2 t. baking powder
2/3 C. sugar

Attach a recipe card with these instructions:

Add 1/3 C. butter to a mixing bowl. Add 2 eggs and beat until well combined. Stir in ingredients from the jar. Mix well. Divide into 2 loaves. Each loaf should be 9 inches long and 2 inches wide. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 25 - 30 minutes. Cool for 1 hour. Cut each loaf into 1/2 inch thick slices using a bread knife. Place slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 325 degrees F. for 8 minutes, turn them over and bake for 8 - 10 minutes until crisp and dry. Cool on a wire rack.

Yield: 32 cookies