1 1/2 c. quick Quaker Oats
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. butter

FILLING:

1 (1 lb.) chopped dates
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. water

Place half of the crumb mixture in a 9 x 13 inch pan, packed down tight, then spread cooked filling over crumbs and add remaining crumbs for topping. If desired, add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts to top crumbs. Bake at 450 degrees until brown, approximately 5 to 10 minutes.