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Bars: Peach Almond Bars




Source of Recipe


TOH: Justine Furman-Olshan


Recipe Introduction


"These delicious, crisp and nutty treats have been a favorite with our family for years—and they’re so pretty! When my dad retired, he took over all the baking in our home. He’d make these and say, ‘Put on a pot of coffee; let’s invite company!’ What an effortless way to recall what’s most important in life: family and friends."



List of Ingredients




1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1 jar (18 ounces) peach preserves
1-1/2 cups slivered almonds, divided
4 egg whites
1/2 cup sugar


Recipe



Let dough stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Spread preserves over crust. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup almonds. In a large bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved.

Spread meringue evenly over almonds. Sprinkle with remaining almonds. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.


Yield: 2 dozen.