Oatmeal Squares
Source of Recipe
Lois
List of Ingredients
1 3/4 c. oatmeal
1 1/2 c. enriched flour
1 c. brown sugar
3/4 t. soda
1/2 t. salt
3/4 c. butter or shortening
Filling:
3/4 c. dates or prunes
1 c. white syrup
1/2 c. water
3/4 c. nut meatsRecipe
Sift flour and measure.
Mix dry ingredients together and work in shortening thoroughly.
Pack half of the mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 in. pan.
Cover with filling.
Add remainder of crumb misture pressing in down well.
Bake at 375 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.
Cut in squares.
Filling:
Cub dates in small pieces.
Boil in syrup and water until thick.
Remove from heat, cool and add nut meats.