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1 c All-purpose flour
1 c Oats
1 c Brown sugar; packed
1 ts Baking soda
1/2 c Butter
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1/2 c Corn syrup
1/3 c Brown sugar; packed
1/4 c Butter
1/4 c Whipping cream -OR-
1/4 c Evaporated milk
1 1/2 c Almonds; sliced
1 1/2 ts Vanilla
Crust:
Combine all ingredients, mixing until crumbly. Press firmly into
13x9x2" (3.5L) baking pan. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for
10 minutes.
Filling:
Combine corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, and cream in a medium
saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture boils.
Remove from heat. Stir in almonds and vanilla. Pour over crust,
spreading evenly. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven 15 to 20 minutes or
until golden. Cool on wire rack. Cut into triangles, bars, or
squares. Store in refrigerator.
Makes 48.
Note: You may substitute all-purpose wheat & oat flour for
all-purpose flour.
