Raspberry Crumb Bars

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups of sugar, divided
• 1 tsp. of baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. of salt
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• 1 cup of shortening
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 tsp. almond extract
• 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
• 4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries

Directions

In a large bowl, combine flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in eggs and extract. Press 2/3 of the mixture into a 13x9x2 inch greased baking dish.

In a large bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining sugar, add berries and gently toss. Spoon over crust. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture.

Bake at 375 degree F for 35-45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in refrigerator.

Raspberry lovers eat your heart out...

Source: A friend, Leanna.

By Raymonde from North Bay, Ontario