Caramel Date Bars with Cranberries and Walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350F.
2. Combine cranberries and 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside.
3. Combine 2 cups flour, oats, 1/2 cup sugar, brown sugar, and baking soda. Stir in melted butter and mix well. Reserve 1 cup. Press remaining crumb mixture in bottom of 9" x 13" pan. Bake 15 minutes.
4. Sprinkle dates, walnuts and cranberry mixture over crust.
5. Combine caramel topping and remaining 1/3 cup flour; drizzle over fruits and nuts.
6. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
7. Return to oven for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool and cut into bars.