Pumpkin Pie Bars

Directions

1. 1
   With mixer, beat margarine and sugar until creamy.
2. 2
   Stir in flour and walnuts until mixture is crumbly.
3. 3
   Reserve 3/4 cup crumb mixture for topping.
4. 4
   Press remaining crumb mixture on bottom of 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch baking pan.
5. 5
   Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, blend pumpkin, condensed milk, molasses, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla; pour over pastry crust.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes more or until set.
8. 8
   Cool in pan or wire rack. Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze if desired.
9. 9
   Cut into 3 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch bar.
10. 10
    Store covered in refrigerator.