Date Pecan Bars

Directions

1. 1
   To prepare filling, mix together dates, sugar and water in saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 minutes).
2. 2
   Allow to cool.
3. 3
   Add pecans.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
5. 5
   Cream butter and brown sugar.
6. 6
   Combine remaining ingredients and stir into butter mixture until well blended.
7. 7
   Press half of the filling into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish.
8. 8
   Spread with cooled filling.
9. 9
   Cover with remaining filling mixture, patting lightly.
10. 10
    Bake until lightly browned (approximately 25 to 30 minutes).
11. 11
    Cool and cut into bars.