Saskatchewan Orange-glazed Date Bars

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Saskatchewan Orange-Glazed Date Bars 1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup lightly packed brown sugar 1 1/4 cups (8 ounces) chopped pitted dates 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup soft butter 3 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup orange juice 1 cup chopped pecans Orange Glaze (see below)

1. Sift flour, baking soda, and salt together 2. Combine brown sugar, ates, and water in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until dates soften. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Add eggs and mix well. 3. Add dry ingredients to date mixture; stir until blended. Add milk and orange juice gradually, mixing well. Stir in nuts. 4. Bake at 350F about 30 minutes 5. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Spread glaze over top and cut into bars.

Yield: 3-4 dozen cookies

Orange Glaze: Combine 2 tablespoons soft butter, 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel, and 2 1/2 tablespoons orange juice; beat until smooth.

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