Fruit Crescents

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   In a large bowl, cut cream cheese and butter into flour.

2. 2

   Mix into a smooth ball.

3. 3

   Chill dough for about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 350F (180C).

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   Roll dough out onto wax paper, about 1/8 1/4 inch thick.

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   Cut into 3-inch squares.

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   Put 1 teaspoon preserves slightly off the center of each square.

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   Fold dough over to enclose preserves and form a triangle, but don't come quite to the edge with the top flap.

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   Roll dough toward the point and smooth and seal edges.

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    Bend in ends of rolled dough to give a crescent effect.

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    Bake at 350F (180C).

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    for 25 to 30 minutes, or until light brown.

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    Remove and cool on wire racks.

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    Roll in confectioners sugar.

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