GREEN TOMATO BARS

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People will not believe how wonderful these bars are. They have a unique flavor which people will come back for more.-Sharon Pratt, Cuba City, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups finely chopped green tomatoes
2 cups packed brown sugar, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon extract
3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Drain tomatoes on paper towels for 10 minutes. In a saucepan, combine tomatoes, 1 cup of brown sugar and lemon juice. Simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in extract; set aside. , In a bowl, cream the butter and remaining brown sugar. Add flour, baking soda and salt; mix well. Stir in oats and nuts. Press 2-1/2 cups on a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Spread tomato mixture over crust. Crumble remaining oat mixture on top. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.