Berry Oatmeal Bars

I found this recipe again on bunsinmyoven.com. My dad loves oaty/fruity things, so I made these for him. The great thing about this recipe is you can use up any jam you may have. The recipe called for raspberry, bt I only had strawberry. A certain someone in my house doesnt like using the bottom bit of jam in jars, so this recipe is perfect!!

Raspberry Oatmeal Bars

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3/4 cup seedless rapsberry jam (or any other flavor you might like)

Preheat oven to 350. Line an 8×8 baking dish with foil and lightly grease.
Using a pastry cutter, two knives, or your hands, cut together everything but the jam. Don’t be afraid to get in there and get your hands dirty. Combine until you have a nice crumbly mixture without too many large chunks of butter.
Press 2 cups of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Spoon on the jam (if it is cold, it helps to microwave it to soften it up a bit) and spread to within 1/4 inch of the edge. Lightly press the remaining crust mixture over the top of the jam.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely before cutting.