*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            Butterscotch Bars

Recipe By     : Freeze With Ease copyright 1965
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cookies & Bars                   Freezer Meals

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1 1/2  cups          flour -- sifted
     3/4  cup           brown sugar
     1/2  cup           butter -- softened
     1/4  teaspoon      salt
   6      ounces        butterscotch bits
     1/4  cup           dark corn syrup
   2      tablespoons   shortening
   1      tablespoon    water
   1      teaspoon      salt
   2      cups          walnuts -- coarsely chopped

Mix together flour, brown sugar, butter and salt. Press into a 9x13"
pan. Bake at 375 for 10 minutes. Meanwhile combine butterscotch bits,
corn syrup, shortening, water and salt in double boiler. Stir until
smooth. Remove from heat. Blend in walnuts. Spoon over top of cookie
layer and spread evenly. Bake at 375 for 8 minutes. Cut into bars while
warm. Cool and freeze. Defrost to serve.

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