Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        *CRUST*
  1            package  jiffy oatmeal muffin mix
     1/4           cup  butter
                        *FILLING*
  1            package  chopped dates -- 8oz
  1         tablespoon  lemon juice
     1/2           cup  water

Preparation:

Mix muffin mix and butter until crumbly. Press half of crumb mixture (1 cup) into greased glass 8 or 9 inch square pan. Microwave on power level 10 (high) for 3 minutes, rotate (or use turntable) at 45 second intervals. In a 2 quart glass bowl, microwave the dates, lemon juice and water for 3 minutes, until thickened. Spread date mixture on baked crust and sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Microwave on power level 10 (high) for 3 or 4 minutes. Cool slightly and cut in squares. Cool and serve. Makes 12 date bars.

Nutritional Information:

75 Calories (kcal); 4g Total Fat; (43% calories from fat); trace Protein; 11g Carbohydrate; 10mg Cholesterol; 40mg Sodium