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Ingredients

  • 3 c. dates, cut up
  • 1 c. water
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. chopped walnuts
  • 3/4 c. butter
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 1/4 c. flour
  • 1 1/4 c. quick oatmeal
  • pinch of salt

Method

  • Combine dates, water and sugar.
  • Boil 5 minutes or until thickened.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Add nuts.
  • Set aside.
  • Cream butter. Gradually add brown sugar and beat until blended.
  • Add flour, salt and oats.
  • Pack 2/3 of mixture evenly on bottom of 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
  • Spread with date mixture.
  • Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Yields 2 dozen.