Cherry Cheese Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan with butter-flavored Crisco.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Chop 1/2 cup of the pecans coarsely for topping.
5. 5
   Set aside.
6. 6
   Chop remaining 1/2 cup of pecans finely.
7. 7
   Combine flour and brown sugar.
8. 8
   Cut in Crisco until fine crumbs form.
9. 9
   Add 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans and coconut. Mix well.
10. 10
    Remove 1/2 cup and set aside.
11. 11
    Press remaining crumbs in bottom of pan.
12. 12
    Bake at 350° for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly browned.