Pistachio Shortbread Bars

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 F.

Step 2

Combine butter, sugar and egg; beat until thoroughly mixed.

Step 3

Stir in flour and salt.

Step 4

Spread one-half of dough into 9 inch square pan.

Step 5

Bake 10 minutes; remove from oven.

Step 6

Spread jam to within 1/2 inch of edge.

Step 7

Add pistachios to remaining dough.

Step 8

Drop by spoonfuls over jam to cover.

Step 9

Bake 35 minutes until top is golden brown;

Step 10

Cool.

Step 11

Cut into squares