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Date Squares Recipe

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Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
6 oz. soft margarine
1 c. brown sugar
1¾ c. flour
½ tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1½ c. oats

¾ c. dates
¼ c. sugar
1½ c. water
Directions:
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400º F
Cream margarine and sugar
Stir in sifted flour, baking soda and salt
Add oats
Place half of the mixture in the pan and press down with hand until it covers the bottom
Spread cold filling evenly
Spread the rest of the pastry mixture on top
Bake at 400º F for 25-30 minutes
Let cool and serve
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
12
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This recipe was given to Mom from my Aunt Sally many years ago. So many years ago, that I have never had them. Apparently Mom either made them before I was born, or when I was too young to remember them. So, I hope they are good.

 

 

 

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