Peanut Brittle Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F Grease 15x10x1-inch pan with shortening.
2. 2
   In large bowl, mix all base ingredients EXCEPT butter.
3. 3
   With pastry blender or fork, cut in butter until crumbly.
4. 4
   Press mixture evenly in bottom of pan and bake 8 to 14 minutes or until golden brown.
5. 5
   Remove partially baked base from oven.
6. 6
   Sprinkle the peanuts and chocolate chips over warm base.
7. 7
   In small bowl, mix caramel topping and 3 tablespoons flour until well blended.
8. 8
   Drizzle evenly over chocolate chips and peanuts.
9. 9
   Return to oven; bake 12 to 18 minutes longer or until topping is set and golden brown.
10. 10
    Cool completely, about 1 hour.
11. 11
    Cut into bars.