Caramel Crunch Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Melt caramels with evaporated milk in heavy saucepan over low heat.
2. 2
   Stir together flour, oats, baking soda and salt.
3. 3
   Cut in oleo until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Reserve 1 cup.
5. 5
   Press remaining crumb mixture on bottom of greased 13 x 9-inch pan. Bake at 350° for 12 minutes.
6. 6
   Sprinkle chocolate pieces over baked crust.
7. 7
   Spread caramel mixture evenly over chocolate pieces. Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture over top.
8. 8
   Bake 20 minutes longer. Chill until cooled, about 2 hours.
9. 9
   Cut into bars.