Fruity Oatmeal Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Beat margarine or butter, sugar and vanilla in bowl with mixer at medium speed until creamy, about 3 minutes.
2. 2
   Blend in oats and flour.
3. 3
   Spread half of the dough on bottom of lightly greased 9x9x2-inch baking pan.
4. 4
   Bake at 350F for 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove from oven; spread jam over the surface.
6. 6
   Crumble remaining dough over jam, pressing lightly.
7. 7
   Bake 20 to 25 minutes more or until ligh tly browned.
8. 8
   Cut into bars while warm; cool completely in pan on wire rack.