Frosted Oatmeal Squares

Submitted by Alison J.

"Another favourite from my mother's arsenal of treats."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 12-16

ingredients

• 1 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1⁄2 cup white sugar
• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 teaspoons vanilla

• Frosting (use store-bought frosting if you like)

• 1 cup icing sugar
• water

directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Combine all ingredients and pour into a greased 8" or 9" square baking dish.
3. Bake for 30 minutes.
4. Frost when completely cool, then cut into bars.
5. To make frosting: Add water to icing sugar, a teaspoon at a time, and mix until you achieve a spreadable consistency.