Chewy Nutty Oatmeal Bars
Photo: McCormick For breakfast and snacks I decided to make a pan of oatmeal bars. Tasty and healthy; yet containing common ingredients (not special health food store ingredients). Because frankly, I don't want a job (like shopping) before starting a job (like baking). The basic recipe below happens to be glutton-free. (Further down, I have words to say about that.) Delicious! Here is my recipe: Chewy Nutty Oatmeal Bars Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter (I substituted coconut oil, but either works. I had to polish off a bit of coconut oil.) 1 cup brown sugar 3 extra large eggs 6 cups Old Fashioned (5 minutes) Oatmeal (plus extra for the top) 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla A sprinkle of nutmeg 1 cup walnuts 1 cup raisins (or a mix of dried fruit) drops of buttermilk (any milk works) for moisture - about 1/3 cup whole almonds to press on top Directions: 1) Using a fork, whisk the butter, brow...