Date squares Recipe

• Base
• 2 cups oatmeal
• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter
• Date Filling
• 1/2 lb dates, pitted
• 2/3 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions