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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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People will not believe how wonderful these bars are. They have a unique flavor which people will come back for more.Sharon Pratt, Cuba City, Wisconsin Ingredients:
4 cups finely chopped green tomatoes |
2 cups packed brown sugar, divided |
2 tablespoons lemon juice |
1 teaspoon lemon extract |
3/4 cup butter, softened |
1-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 cups old-fashioned oats |
1/2 cup chopped walnuts |
Directions:
1. Drain tomatoes on paper towels for 10 minutes. In a saucepan, combine tomatoes, 1 cup of brown sugar and lemon juice. Simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in extract; set aside. 2. In a bowl, cream the butter and remaining brown sugar. Add flour, baking soda and salt; mix well. Stir in oats and nuts. Press 2-1/2 cups on a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Spread tomato mixture over crust. Crumble remaining oat mixture on top. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. Yield: 2 dozen. |
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