1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 c. strawberry preserves

1. Blend all ingredients except 3/4 cup strawberry preserves.

2. Spread half the dough in 8" pan.

3. Spread preserves over dough.

4. Roll rest of dough on 8" square of paper, place dough on preserves.

5. Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes.

6. Cool and cut into squares.