Gran's Date Bars
Ingredients:
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8 ounces dates, chopped
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½ cup water
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1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups rolled oats
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1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
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½ cup chopped walnuts
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¾ teaspoon salt
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¾ teaspoon baking soda
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¾ cup butter, melted