Grandpa's Fruit Bars Recipe

• 3/4 c. raisins
• 1/2 c. minced dates
• 2 tbsp. orange-flavored liqueur
• 1/2 c. butter, room temperature
• 1/2 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
• 1 whole egg
• 1 egg, separated
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon grnd cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• Grated peel of 1/2 orange
• 1 3/4 c. flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 c. coarsely minced nuts
• 1/2 teaspoon water

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