Bars o' Gold

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
• 1 cup quick oats
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients except nuts in a large mixer bowl. Mix at low speed until well blended; stir in nuts.
2. Pour into greased 8 inch square pan.
3. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 to 45 minutes. Do not over-bake.
4. Cut into squares after cooling.