Cherry Coconut Bars

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup butter or margarine

Combine the above and press into a pan - on the sides one inch. A long, oblong pan, such as a jellyroll pan, is best to use. Bake 15 minutes.

• 2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 cup coconut
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 cup nuts
• 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained

Mix together. Pour into baked shell and bake 25 minutes at 350 degrees F.

By Robin from Washington, IA