Butterscotch Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 375 degrees.
2. 2
   set oven rack to second-lowest position.
3. 3
   Grease a 13x9-in baking pan.
4. 4
   In a mixing bowl, cream the shortening and sugars.
5. 5
   Add eggs, beat well; beat in vanilla.
6. 6
   Combine flour, oats and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture.
7. 7
   Stir in chips and pecans; reserve 2 cups for the top of bars.
8. 8
   Spread remaining dough into greased baking pan.
9. 9
   In a mixing bowl, combine filling ingredients; spread evenly over crust.
10. 10
    Crumble remaining dough over filling.
11. 11
    Bake for 40-42 mins, or until golden brown.
12. 12
    Cool, and cut into bars.
13. 13
    Note: although I have never tryed it, if you prefer more filling, I presume that you could double the filling ingredients, just bake a little longer.