Butterscotch Bars

• 1 cup butter-flavored shortening
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 package (10 ounces) butterscotch chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1. In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, oats and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in chips and pecans. Reserve 2 cups. Spread remaining dough into a greased
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3. In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients; beat until smooth. Spread evenly over crust. Crumble reserved dough over filling.
4. Bake at 375u0b0 for 40-42 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

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