1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 egg
2 c. all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
1 c. peach preserves
1/2 c. chopped pecans

Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed. Add egg, beating just until well blended. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture, beating until blended. Press half of crumb mixture into a lightly greased 11"x7"x2" pan. Spread preserves on crust to within 1/4" from edge of pan. Sprinkle with nuts. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool and cut into bars. Yield: 2 dozen.