Name: Blueberry Crumb Bars
Yield: Makes 24
Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour; 1 cup old-fashioned oats; 1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup (2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 3 cups fresh blueberries (about 15 ounces) or one 12-ounce package frozen blueberries (do not thaw); 1 cup blueberry preserves (10 to 11 ounces); 1 tablespoon all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel

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Blueberry Crumb BarsYoko Inoue

The oat mixture makes a delicious crust for the bottom—and a tasty crumble on top. Lemon perks up the blueberry filling.

Test-Kitchen tip:

These bars are best enjoyed on the day theyre baked. If you'd like to get a head start on the recipe, the crust and crumb topping can be made two days ahead. Cover separately and chill.

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