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heat oven to 350*F.
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in large mixer bowl combine all ingredients, except preserves.
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beat at low speed scraping bowl often, until well mixed.
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reserve 1 1/2 cup mixture and set aside.
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press remaining mixture into greased 8"in square baking pan.
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spread preserves to within 1/2"in from edge.
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crumble reserved 1 1/2 cup mixture over preserves.
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bake for 40-50 minutes or until lightly browned.
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cool completely, cut into bars.