Cherry Slices

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter thoroughly.
2. 2
   Add sugar and beat well.
3. 3
   Add eggs one at a time.
4. 4
   Add vanilla.
5. 5
   Sift flour with baking powder and salt.
6. 6
   Add sifted dry ingredients gradually, beating well.
7. 7
   Spread in a large 11 x 17-inch greased pan, saving a little more than a cup of batter.
8. 8
   Spread cherry pie filling to within half-inch from edges of pan.
9. 9
   Place remaining dough by spoonfuls over the cherry filling.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° for about 45 minutes.
11. 11
    When cooked, sprinkle with powdered sugar.
12. 12
    Makes about 30 slices.