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Post by cuteascountry_Shortcake on Aug 19, 2002 23:02:00 GMT -6
Caramel Peanut Bars
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 package (14 ounce) caramels 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 1/2 cups (9 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips 3/4 cup chopped peanuts In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; stir in butter. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Press the remaining mixture into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Bake at 350* for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, combine caramels and cream in a heavy saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Cook over low heat or microwave until melted, stirring often. Sprinkle chocolate chips and peanuts over the crust; top with the caramel mixture. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Cool completely before cutting. Yield: 3 dozen.
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