Gold and Delicious Almond Bars

INGREDIENTS
? 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
? 1 teaspoon baking powder
? 1/4 teaspoon salt
? 4 eggs
? 1 cup honey
? 2 teaspoons Almond extract
? 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
? 1 cup chopped Almonds
? 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
(optional)

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DIRECTIONS
1. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl and set aside. Beat eggs fully in a separate bowl until thick. Blend in honey and Almond extract.

2. Gradually add in dry ingredients, blending well. Spread evenly in a 13 x 9-inch greased pan.

3. Bake at 350 degrees F 12-15 minutes until lightly browned. Allow to cool for a few minutes in pan. Cut into bars. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar for a finishing touch.

Makes about 2 dozen bars.