Date and Apricot Bars
Date And Apricot Bars is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1 c. chopped dates, 2 c. mashed cooked apricots (dried or canned), 1 1/2 c. sugar, 2 tbsp. apricot juice and 3/4 c. soft shortening, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
Mix together in saucepan the first 4 ingredients.
Cook over low heat, stirring often, until thickened (5 minutes).
Cool. For crust, mix together thoroughly the shortening and brown sugar. Sift together and stir in flour, soda, salt, oats and vanilla. Mix thoroughly using hands.
Press 1/2 of this crumb mixture in greased and floured 13 x 9-inch pan.
Spread with cooled filling. Cover with remaining mix.
Pat lightly.
Bake 35 minutes at 350Β°. While warm, cut in bars and remove from pan.
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