Pecan Pie Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F Lightly grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
2. 2
   In large bowl, mix granulated sugar, butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
3. 3
   Stir in flour.
4. 4
   Press dough in bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of pan.
5. 5
   Bake 15 to 17 minutes or until edges are light brown.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat brown sugar, corn syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla, the salt and eggs with spoon.
7. 7
   Stir in pecans.
8. 8
   Pour over crust.
9. 9
   Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until set.
10. 10
    Loosen edges from sides of pan while warm.
11. 11
    Cool completely, about 1 hour.
12. 12
    For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows.
13. 13
    Dip 1 end of each bar into melted chocolate; lay flat on waxed paper to dry.