Snowy Apricot Bars

Directions

Place apricots in 2-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover.

Heat to boiling then reduce heat and simmer uncovered 10 minutes; drain.

Cool, chop and reserve.

Heat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Cut butter into sugar and 2½ cup baking mix until crumbly.

Pat into ungreased jelly roll pan, 15 x 10 x 1 (approximately)

Bake 10 minutes.

Beat brown sugar and eggs.

Stir in apricots, ⅔ cup baking mix, vanilla and nuts.

Spread over baked layer.

Bake 30 minutes longer.

Cool completely; cut into bars, about 2 x 1 inch.

Roll in powdered sugar or dust on top.