Date Squares

When I was growing up, my mom always made these around the holidays. I like to think that the dates and oatmeal make them at least a little bit good for you!

1-1/2 cups flour
1-1/2 cups Quick oatmeal
1 tsp. baking powder
1 cup brown sugar, packed
pinch of salt
1/2 cup butter, softened

Preparation:

Mix all the above ingredients. Half mixture and press into greased 13 x 9-ish baking dish. Reserve remaining oatmeal mixture.

Filling Ingredients:

1 lb. dates, cut up
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup water
pinch of salt

Preparation:

Slowly simmer dates, sugar, water and salt till soft. Pour filling over oatmeal mixture in baking dish. Top with remaining oatmeal mixture. Press gently.

Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown (about 20 to 25 minutes).