Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

Crust

1 1/4 c. flour

1/2 c. brown sugar

1/2 c. ground almonds

1/2 c. butter

dash of salt

Filling

2 pkgs cream cheese (8 oz each)

2/3 c. sugar

2 eggs

1/2 tsp almond extract

1 c. seedless raspberry preserves

1/4 c. sliced almonds

Combine crust ingredients in food processor for 30 seconds. Reserve 3/4 cup for topping and press remaining into a 9"x13" ungreased pan and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.

Blend cheese and sugar well. Add eggsa nd extract and spread over hot crust. Return to oven for 15 minutes. Spread preserves evenly over hot bars. Sprinkle remaining crust mix (and sliced almonds if using) over top and return to oven for 15 minutes. Let cool and enjoy! Refridgerate the left-overs.