1 3/4 c. oatmeal
1 3/4 c. flour
1 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. butter

Mix as for pie crust. Spread half mixture in 7 x 11 inch pan. Press firmly. Boil 1 package dates, 1 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup water. Cook until thick; add 3/4 cup walnuts (chopped). Spread on bottom layer. Add balance of mixture onto dates. Pat lightly. Bake at 350 degrees for 1/2 hour.