I loved eating these as a kid and I still love them. This recipe has been used in my family as long as I can remember. These jam squares are still a hit.

2 cups oats, uncooked (quick or old fashioned)

1 ¾ cups flour

1 cup butter

1 cup packed brown sugar

½ cup chopped nuts (I like to use pecans, but you can really use any nut you enjoy)

1 tsp cinnamon

¾ tsp salt

½ tsp baking soda

¾ cup preserves (I use different preserves depending on my mood. You can use any jam that you would use for pb&j)

-Combine all ingredients except preserves.

-Beat at low speed until crumbly.

-Set aside 2 cups of the mixture.

-Press remaining onto the bottom of greased 13×9 pan.

-Spread preserves evenly over base.

-Sprinkle with reserved mixture.

-Bake in preheated hot oven – 400 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.

-Cool and cut into squares.