Date Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F Grease 8-inch-square baking dish.
2. 2
   Combine dates, evaporated milk, sugar, and vanilla in medium saucepan.
3. 3
   Cook, over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until thickened.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Beat butter and brown sugar in large bowl until creamy.
6. 6
   Beat in flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
7. 7
   With floured fingers, press half of crust mixture onto bottom of prepared pan.
8. 8
   Spread date filling over crust.
9. 9
   Top with remaining crust.
10. 10
    Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
11. 11
    Serve warm.