Yuletide Linzer Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Lightly grease 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer until creamy.
3. 3
   Beat in egg and lemon peel until blended.
4. 4
   Add flour and almonds, mix well.
5. 5
   Press 2 cups dough into bottom of prepared pan. Spread preserves over crust.
6. 6
   Press remaining dough, a small amount at a time, evenly over preserves.
7. 7
   Bake 35 to 45 minutes until golden brown.
8. 8
   Cool in pan on wire rack.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
10. 10
    Cut into bars.