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Almond Apricot Bars

2 cups vanilla chips or white chips, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup apricot jam
1/2 cup sliced almonds

In a microwave, melt 1 cup chips; set aside. In a large mixing bowl,
cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after
each addition. Beat in melted chips and vanilla. Gradually beat in
flour. Spread half of the batter into a greased 8-in. square baking

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dish. Bake at 325° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Spread with jam. Stir remaining chips into remaining batter. Drop
by tablespoonfuls over jam; carefully spread over top. Sprinkle with
almonds. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool
completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares; cut squares in half.

Yield: 1-1/2 dozen.