Spicy Nut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and shortening until fluffy.
2. 2
   Add sugar, vanilla and egg yolk.
3. 3
   Beat until light.
4. 4
   Stir in sifted dry ingredients and half the nuts; mix well.
5. 5
   Dough will be stiff.
6. 6
   Press evenly into a 15 x 10-inch shallow pan.
7. 7
   Brush top with slightly beaten egg white and sprinkle with remaining nuts over the top.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for 25 to
9. 9
   30 minutes.
10. 10
    Cut into bars while warm.