Old-World Raspberry-Cheese Squares

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Step 2

   In a medium-size bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and brown sugar.

3. Step 3

   Using two knives or a pastry blender, cut in the butter or margarine until the mixture resembles crumbs. Stir in the cheese. Remove ¾ cup of the mixture and set aside.

4. Step 4

   Press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of an 8-inch-square baking pan. Spread the jam evenly over the crust. Sprinkle with the nuts and then the reserved crumb mixture. Press gently.

5. Step 5

   Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden.

6. Step 6

   Cool completely in the pan. Cut the cooled pastry into 2-by-1-inch bars. Store, well-wrapped, in the refrigerator.