Luscious Lemon-Raspberry Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350º.

2. 2

   Prepare filling and crust as directed in steps 1 and 2 of bar mix—except bake crust 12 minutes.

3. 3

   Drop cream cheese by spoonfuls onto hot crust and return pan to oven about 2 minutes to further soften cream cheese.

4. 4

   Carefully spread cream cheese over crust.

5. 5

   Stir filling mixture; pour over cream cheese.

6. 6

   Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until top begins to brown and center is set.

7. 7

   Cool 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Spread preserves over top.

9. 9

   Cool completely.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

11. 11

    Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. For easier cutting, use sharp or wet knife.

12. 12

    Store covered in refrigerator.