Recipe

Raisin-filled Pastry Bars

Big bars of raisin flavor!

Details

Yields 12 bars
Serves: 12

INGREDIENTS

Raisin Filling

1-1/2 c. California raisins
3/4 c. water

Dough

2-1/2 c. all-purpose four
1/3 c. granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
8 tbsp. water
1 egg, beaten and divided
1-1/4 tsp. distilled white vinegar

PROCEDURE

Combine raisins and water in small saucepan. Bring to boil and simmer until all water is evaporated. Cool and chop in food processor or blender. Set aside. For bars, oil a 9x13-inch jelly roll pan; set aside. Preheat oven to 375°F.

Combine flour, sugar, salt and baking soda in work bowl of food processor or mixer. Mix together. In small bowl, mix oil, water, 2 tablespoons of egg and vinegar together. Add to dry ingredients and process or mix until dough forms ball and cleans the side of the bowl. Turn onto lightly floured surface; knead together until smooth. Divide into two equal balls. Roll out one ball to 9x13-inch rectangle and place in bottom of prepared pan. Spread with Raisin Filling. Roll remaining ball to 9x13 rectangle and arrange on top. Trim edges and score 3 X 4 to make 12 bars. Brush generously with remaining egg and bake at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and done. Cool and cut as scored.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories 220(17% from fat); Total Fat 4g (sat 0g, mono 2g, poly 1g); Cholesterol 15mg; Protein 4g; Carbohydrates 41g; Fiber 2g; Iron 2mg; Sodium 110mg; Calcium 13mg

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Special Diet