Oatmeal Jam Bars

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, mix thoroughly oatmeal, flour, brown sugar, and salt.

3. 3

   Rub the butter into the mixture with your finger tips until a coarse meal forms.

4. 4

   Spread half of the mixture in a greased 9 x 9 x 2 inch pan.

5. 5

   Spread strawberry or raspberry jam on top.

6. 6

   Sprinkle the remaining dough on top of the jam and lightly pat down with fingers.

7. 7

   Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly brown.

8. 8

   Cut into bars when warm--they will firm up as they cool.

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