Apricot Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; stir in rolled oats and sugar.
2. 2
   Cut in butter until crumbly.
3. 3
   Pat 2/3 of the crumb mixture into an 11 x 7 x 1 1/2-inch pan.
4. 4
   Spread with preserves. Cover the preserves with the remaining crumb mixture.
5. 5
   Bake in a moderate oven (375°) about 35 minutes or until browned.
6. 6
   Cool.
7. 7
   Cut into bars or squares.