2 1/2 c. seedless raisins
3/4 c. water
1/2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. cornstarch
3/4 c. soft butter
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 3/4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. rolled oats

In a saucepan combine raisins, water, sugar, lemon juice and cornstarch. Cook over low heat, stirring until thick (cool).

In a bowl combine butter with brown sugar. Add flour, soda, salt and rolled oats. In a 9 x 13 inch greased pan firmly press 1/2 of mixture. Spread cooled filling over top and cover with remaining crumb mixture. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until light browned, cut into bars while warm.