1 1/2 c. quick oats
3/4 c. sugar
2 c. flour
2 sticks butter or margarine
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
1 lb. jar raspberry preserves (Schwartau)

Mix well all ingredients, except preserves. Press 1/2 to 3/4 of mixture in 12"x8" pan with hands. Spread preserves on top, evenly making an edge all around pan of 1/4", top with remaining crumbs and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Cool well before cutting into squares. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top.