Peppermint Truffle Bars

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   Line a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with foil; grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. In a large bowl, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and salt. Add vanilla and remaining butter; cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Pat into prepared pan.

2. 2

   Bake at 325u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.

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   In a large saucepan, combine the chocolate, milk and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth; set aside.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in extract and chocolate mixture. Pour over crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.

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   Refrigerate overnight. Using foil, lift bars out of pan; cut into triangles. Store in the refrigerator.

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