Caramel Nut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   ----CRUST-----.
2. 2
   Preheat oven to 350°.
3. 3
   Combine flour, sugar, and egg.
4. 4
   Cut in 1/2 cup margarine until crumbly.
5. 5
   Stir in nuts.
6. 6
   Reserve 2 cups of this crumb mixture.
7. 7
   Press remainder firmly on bottom of greased 9x13 inch pan.
8. 8
   Bake 15 minutes.
9. 9
   -----FILLING----.
10. 10
    Meanwhile, in heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt caramels with sweetened condensed milk and 1/4 cup margarine.
11. 11
    Pour over prepared crust and spread evenly.
12. 12
    Top with reserved crumb mixture.
13. 13
    Bake 20 minutes, or until bubbly.
14. 14
    Cool and cut into small bars.
15. 15
    Store loosely covered at room temperature.