Raspberry Almond Bars

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   Heat oven to 325u00b0F.

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   In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from heat; add 1 cup chips (do not stir).

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   In a small mixing bowl, beat eggs until foamy; gradually add sugar.

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   Stir in chip mixture and almond extract.

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   Combine flour and salt; add to egg mixture until justcombined.

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   Spread half of the batter into a greased 9-in. square baking pan.

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   Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

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   In a small saucepan, over low heat, melt jam; spread over warm crust.

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   Stir remaining chips into the remaining batter; drop by teaspoonfuls over the jam layer.

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    Sprinkle with almonds.

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    Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

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    Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

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