Note: I usually double this recipe and use a 9x13 inch pan. (From Better Homes & Gardens Cookbook.)

1 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. quick-cooking rolled oats
2/3 c. packed brown sugar
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. butter
Raisin or apple filling (below) or 10 oz. jar preserves

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1/2 cup of the flour mixture. Press remaining flour mixture into bottom of ungreased 9x9x2 inch baking pan. Spread with desired filling. Sprinkle with reserved flour mixture.

Bake in 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until top is golden. Cool in the pan on wire rack. Cut into bars. Makes 25.

RAISIN FILLING:

In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons of cornstarch. Add 1 cup raisins. Cook and stir until thick and bubbly.

APPLE FILLING:

Peel, core and chop 2 medium apples. In a medium saucepan, combine apples, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoon of water, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and dash ground cloves. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 8-10 minutes or until tender.