Old-World Raspberry Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Line 8- or 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, extending foil over edges.
3. 3
   Grease foil; set aside.
4. 4
   Combine all crumb mixture ingredients in bowl.
5. 5
   Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. 6
   Reserve 2 cups crumb mixture; set aside.
7. 7
   Press remaining crumb mixture on bottom of prepared baking pan.
8. 8
   Spread preserves to within 1/2 inch of edge.
9. 9
   Crumble reserved crumb mixture over preserves.
10. 10
    Bake 40-50 minutes or until lightly browned.
11. 11
    Cool completely; cut into bars.
12. 12
    *Substitute 3/4 cup your favorite flavor preserves.