Cherry Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Cream sugar and margarine until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add eggs, beating well after each.
3. 3
   Add flour and almond extract; spread evenly into greased jelly roll pan (15 x 10 x 1-inch).
4. 4
   Using a knife, mark off 24 squares in the surface of the batter.
5. 5
   Put 3 or 4 cherries from can of pie filling into the center of each square. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes, or until surface is lightly browned. Remove from oven; immediately dust generously with confectioners sugar.
6. 6
   Cool completely and cut.