Caramel Cranberry Bars

• 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
• 1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided
• 2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup caramel ice cream topping

1. In a small bowl, combine the cranberries, dates, pecans and 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and remaining sugar. Stir in butter; set aside 1 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350u0b0 for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, place the remaining flour in a small bowl. Stir in caramel topping until smooth; set aside. Sprinkle cranberry mixture over crust; drizzle with caramel mixture. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

frozen cranberries, dates, pecans, sugar, flour, oldfashioned oats, brown sugar, baking soda, butter, caramel ice cream topping

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/caramel-cranberry-bars/ (may not work)