Split Second Cookies

Sift together 2 cups sifted flour, 2/3 cups sugar and 1/2 tsp. baking powder. Blend in 3/4 cups soft butter, 1 beaten egg and 2 tsp. vanilla to form dough.
Place on lightly floured board. Divide dough into 4 parts. Shape each into a roll 3/4 inches thick. Place rolls on ungreased baking sheet, 4 inches apart and make a depression 1/4 inch deep lengthwise down center with knife handle. Fill with jelly and bake at 350 for 15-20 min. till lightly brown. While war, cut diagonally into bars.
Makes 4 dozen