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Aunt Annie's Date Squares

Recipe Introduction


This is a recipe from our Aunt in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada. Enjoyed many times at our Family Reunions.





List of Ingredients



• DATE FILLING:
  
• 1 lb. dates
  
• 1 c. water
  
• 1/2 c. white sugar
  
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
  
• CRUST:
  
• 1 3/4 c. oatmeal
  
• 1 1/2 c. flour
  
• 1 c. brown sugar
  
• 1 tsp. baking soda
  
• 1 tsp. salt
  
• 3/4 c. margarine, melted
  






Instructions



1. DATE FILLING:
   
   
2. Combine ingredients in medium saucepan and bring to a boil; cook until thickened. Stir frequently.
   
   
3. Set aside until filling cools.
   
   
4. CRUST:
   
   
5. Combine all ingredients to make a crumb mixture.
   
   
6. Spread half of the crumb mixture in a greased 8x12 inch pan. Spoon date filling over crumbs. Spread evenly, then sprinkle with the remaining crumb mixture. Pat lightly.
   
   
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
   
   






Final Comments


Please Enjoy!