Harvest Fruit Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Combine first four ingredients in medium bowl; set aside, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   In large bowl beat together margarine and sugar.
4. 4
   Add combined flour, oats, and 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice.
5. 5
   Beat until crumbly.
6. 6
   Reserve 3/4 cup oat mixture for topping.
7. 7
   Press remaining oat mixture onto bottom of 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
8. 8
   Bake 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Spread fruit evenly over crust to within 1/4 inch of edge.
10. 10
    Combine nuts and reserved oat mixture; sprinkle evenly over fruit.
11. 11
    Pat down lightly.
12. 12
    Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
13. 13
    Cool completely; cut into bars. Store loosely covered.
14. 14
    Yields 32 bars.