Toffee Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; grease 13x9 inch baking pan.
2. 2
   In large mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, walnuts, 6 tablespoons butter and baking soda; press firmly on bottom of prepared pan and bake 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, in medium saucepan over medium heat, combine remaining 2 tablespoons butter and milk; cook and stir until mixture thickens slightly (about 15 minutes); remove from heat.
4. 4
   Stir in vanilla and pour evenly over baked crust.
5. 5
   Bake 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
6. 6
   Remove from oven; immediately sprinkle chips on top.
7. 7
   Let stand 1 minute, spread chips evenly while still warm; garnish with additional walnuts if desired.
8. 8
   Cool completely.