Apricot Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Beat softened butter with sugar.
2. 2
   Mix in soda, flour, oats and salt.
3. 3
   Brush an 8 x 12-inch tin with melted butter.
4. 4
   Spread half the mixture over the bottom.
5. 5
   Chop the apricots.
6. 6
   Mix with lemon rind.
7. 7
   Spread over the crumb mixture and cover with remaining mixture.
8. 8
   Cook in moderate oven (350°) for 25 to 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Cut into bars and leave to cool in tin.
10. 10
    Sprinkle sugar over. Delicious when topped with ice cream or cream.