Old World Raspberry Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°F
2. 2
   Combine all crumb mixture ingredients in large bowl.
3. 3
   Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Reserve 2 cups crumb mixture; set aside.
5. 5
   Press remaining crumb mixture on bottom of greased 8-inch square baking pan.
6. 6
   Spread preserves to within 1/2 inch of edge.
7. 7
   Crumble reserved crumb mixture over preserves.
8. 8
   Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until lightly browned.
9. 9
   Cool completely; cut into bars.
10. 10
    Recipe Tip
11. 11
    If using a dark or nonstick baking pan, reduce oven temperature to 325°F Bake for 45 to 55 minutes.
12. 12
    Recipe Tip.
13. 13
    Cover and store in pan up to 5 days or freeze up to 1 month.