Raspberry-Walnut Shortbread Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 1/4 cups flour and granulated sugar in medium bowl. Cut margarine into mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press into bottom of lightly greased 9 x 9-inch baking pan.
2. 2
   Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
3. 3
   Remove from oven; spread raspberry jam over shortbread.
4. 4
   In medium bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar and vanilla until creamy.
5. 5
   Combine 2 tablespoons flour, salt and soda; add to egg mixture and blend. Stir in walnuts.
6. 6
   Spoon over jam, spreading lightly to corners of pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes more or until top is set. Cool in pan.
8. 8
   Cut into bars.
9. 9
   Yield: 2 dozen bars.