Oatmeal Raspberry Bars - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. margarine, softened
1 c. packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 c. rolled or quick oats
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
10 oz. jar red-raspberry preserves (or whatever flavor you want)

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400\u00b0.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Beat margarine and brown sugar in a large bowl (at medium speed) until light and fluffy (about 1 minute).
Add oats, flour, salt, and baking soda to the bowl; mix until crumbly.