English Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Beat butter, sugar, egg and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add flour and almonds, mixing well.
2. 2
   Spoon half the mixture into greased 9-inch square pan.
3. 3
   Spread evenly.
4. 4
   Spread jam over cookie batter.
5. 5
   Roll remaining batter on lightly floured board to just 9 x 9-inch square.
6. 6
   Cut in four quarters and, with spatula, place on top of jam.
7. 7
   Bake in 350° oven for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove to cooling rack and sift confectioners sugar over top. Cool.
8. 8
   Cut into 36 squares.