Bars are the smart cook's cookie, much easier and less time consuming to bake. They keep well (if you don't cut them in advance), freeze beautifully and they're great to have on hand for last-minute gatherings and to tote to picnics and potlucks. With all the summertime fun in the offing, it's good to bake up a batch or two when the weather is lousy. They'll be ready to bring to the lake or those parties on the run.
These two recipes come from Mary Riley, a wonderful cook and terrific caterer, who has a knack for delicious food that's simple and elegant. These, she notes, are delicious (and amazingly easy).
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