1 c. butter
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
3 c. quick oats, uncooked

Blend first 4 ingredients. Add dry ingredients.

MAKE FILLING:

1 (12 oz.) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate bits
1 can condensed milk
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts (opt.)

In saucepan over boiling water, mix all of filling ingredients except nuts and vanilla, stirring until smooth. Add nuts and vanilla last. Spread 2/3 oatmeal mixture in greased sheet pan, cover with chocolate mixture, dot with remaining oatmeal mixture. Press in pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes. Avoid over browning. Cool. Cut in squares. Enjoy!