Raspberry Crumb Bars

Prep-time 15 min Cook-time 35-45 min Serves 7-8

These raspberry crumb bars made with fresh Central West raspberries have a buttery crust.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups sugar divided
• 1tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1cup shortening
• 2 large eggs
• 1tsp almond extract
• 1 tbs cornstarch
• 4 cups of Central West raspberries

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in eggs and almond extract. Press two-thirds of the mixture into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish. In a new bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining sugar; add raspberries and gently toss. Spoon over crust and sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.