strip lengthwise down center of each rectangle. Fold each long side of dough over filing, overlapping slightly in center; seal. Place seam-side down on working surface. Flatten slightly. Cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch bars. Place bars 1 1/2 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake in a 350~F oven about 12 minutes or till set. Cool cookies on wire racks. If desired, drizzle with melted candy coating. Makes 40.