Cranberry Orange Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Grind cranberries and oranges, including peel; set aside.
2. 2
   In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, ginger.add ground fruit -- bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat, cook and stir for 15 minutes or until thick.
4. 4
   Remove from the heat; stir in nuts, if using.
5. 5
   Set aside to cool.
6. 6
   Meanwhile for crust:
7. 7
   Combine flour, sugar and lemon peel in large bowl.
8. 8
   Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.
9. 9
   Add egg yolks, vanilla and just enough water so dough holds it shape.
10. 10
    Pat two thirds of dough into 13x9 pan --
11. 11
    Cover with cranberry orange mixture.
12. 12
    Crumble remaining dough on top.
13. 13
    Bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
14. 14
    Cool and cut into bars.