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Caramel Nut Bars

Who can resist these chewy caramel and chocolate bars with a delightful toasty oat crust and topping?





List of Ingredients



• 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
  
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
  
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
  
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
  
• 1/4 tsp salt
  
• 1 (14 oz) pkg caramels
  
• 1/3 cup milk
  
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  






Instructions



1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
   
2. Combine the first six ingredients; sprinkle 1 cup into a greased 13" x 9" x 2" baking pan. Do not press. Bake for 10 minutes.
   
3. Cook caramels in the milk in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and nuts. Top with remaining oat mixture. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
   






Final Comments


Makes 3 dozen bars.