Split Seconds

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, combine first 3 ingredients.
3. 3
   Blend in butter, egg and vanilla to form a dough.
4. 4
   Place on lightly floured surface and divide dough into 4 pieces.
5. 5
   Shape each piece into a 13 inch long rope, 3/4 inches thick.
6. 6
   Place on ungreased baking sheets, 4 inches apart and 2 inches from the edge of sheets.
7. 7
   Make a 1/4 inch deep depression down the center of each rope with a butter knife handle.
8. 8
   Fill depression with jam or jelly.
9. 9
   Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until light brown.
10. 10
    While still warm, cut diagonally into bars and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, if desired.