Step 1

Pre- heat oven to 350F/180C. Line a 9 inch square pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl combine the flour and sugar, add the butter and fix to form course crumbs. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes, let cool 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small bowl add the raisins and cover with boiling water, let sit 15 minutes, drain well, towel dry.

Step 4

In a medium bowl mix together the eggs and butter, add the sugar, flour, baking powder, vanilla and salt, whisk to combine, stir in the raisins and pecans. Pour over the base and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top springs back when lightly touched. Let cool in the pan on a wire rack, then cut into squares. For easier cutting chill for 20 minutes. Enjoy!