Raspberry Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, pecans, butter& egg.
2. 2
   Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until mixture is crumbly (about 2-3 minutes).
3. 3
   Reserve 1 1/2 cups crumb mixture; set aside.
4. 4
   Press remaining crumb mixture on bottom of greased 8- or 9-inch square baking pan.
5. 5
   Spread preserves to within 1/2 inch of edge.
6. 6
   Crumble reserved crumb mixture over preserves.
7. 7
   Bake 40-50 minutes or until lightly browned.
8. 8
   Cool completely; cut into bars or squares.