Two Flavor Bar Cookies

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350u00b0.

2. 2

   Line two 9-inch square pans with aluminum foil.

3. 3

   Combine 3 cups flour, 2/3 cup of the sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in a food processor and whir until well mixed.

4. 4

   Cut 1/2 pound of the butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.

5. 5

   With a fork, beat 1 of the eggs with 1 tablespoon water and the almond extract.

6. 6

   With the motor running, pour egg mixture into food processor and whir just until large crumbs start to form.

7. 7

   Remove 1 cup of the crumbs and set aside.

8. 8

   Pulse remaining mixture until it forms a ball.

9. 9

   Divide dough in half and press half into the bottom of each prepared pan. Bake 1 pan until top starts to look dry, about 10 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from oven and cool.

11. 11

    Spread jam over dough in the other pan, leaving a 1/8-inch edge.

12. 12

    Sprinkle reserved crumbs on top.

13. 13

    Bake until golden brown, 40 to 50 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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