Gumdrop Bars

1/2 c. butter, melted

1/2 t. baking powder

1-1/2 c. brown sugar, packed

1/2 t. salt

2 eggs, beaten

1/2 c. chopped nuts

1-1/2 c. all-purpose flour

1 c. gumdrops, chopped

1 t. vanilla extract

Garnish: powdered sugar

In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients except powdered sugar. Spread dough in a greased and floured 13"x9" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cool; cut into bars. Makes 2 dozen.