Merry Cherry Squares

These are an old childhood favorite of mine. i had these each holiday, i think my aunt made them. they look festive too.

Heat oven to 300.

Mix sugar , butter , almond extreact and egg in a large bowl until well blended.

Stir in flour , 1 / 2 cup cherries , and salt.

Spread in ungreased 15 1 / 2 x 10 jelly roll pan.

Sprinkle on top the remaining cherries and the candies.

Press lightly.

Bake until edges are very light brown , 30 to 35 minutes.

Cool completely.

Make glaze by mixing powdered sugar and water until smooth and of desired consistency.

Drizzle squares with glaze.

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