Ingredients
1/2 cup shortening2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons beaten egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons red candied cherries, chopped1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted2 teaspoons poppy seeds
Preparation
Line a 5-in. x 3-in. x 2-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; set aside. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
Divide dough into thirds. Add cherries to one portion; spread evenly into prepared pan. Add melted chocolate to second portion; spread evenly over first layer. Add poppy seeds to third portion; spread over second layer. Cover with waxed paper; refrigerate overnight.
Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.
