Crystallized Ginger Logs

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and salt; set aside.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on low speed, cream the butter and sugar together until pale in color.
3. 3
   Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. 4
   Gradually add the flour mixture and mix well.
5. 5
   Stir in the crystallized ginger.
6. 6
   Flatten dough into a round about 1 1/2 inches thick.
7. 7
   The edges will be uneven.
8. 8
   Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour or until firm.
9. 9
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
10. 10
    Cut the round of dough (as if slicing a round loaf of bread) into 1/4-inch-thick slices (they will be different lengths) and place them 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets, flat side down.
11. 11
    Bake in the center of the oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cookies are a light golden brown at the edges.
12. 12
    Right away transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. 13
    Store in an airtight container.
14. 14
    Well-wrapped cookies may be frozen.