Cherry Bars - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 to 1 c. sugar
2 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. almond extract
2 to 2 1/2 c. tart cherries (and juice)
2 Tbsp. butter
1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. oatmeal

Preparation

Combine the first 4 ingredients.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and just comes to a boil.
Add butter, stir and let cool.