Ingredients
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1 2/3 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. brown or white sugar
3/4 c. shortening
2 eggs, separated
1 tsp. vanilla
12 oz. red raspberry jam
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 c. finely chopped nuts
Preparation
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Combine flour, salt and sugar in bowl.
Cut in shortening like for pie crust.
Beat egg yolks with vanilla; add to mixture and blend well.
Press into two ungreased 8-inch square pans, about 1/4-inch thick.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 15 minutes.
Cool slightly; spread with jam.
Beat egg whites until they stand in peaks; gradually add 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon.
Cover jam and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Reduce heat to 325\u00b0 and bake 20 to 25 minutes. Cool and cut into bars.
Makes about 36.
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