Apple Oatmeal Bars - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. quick oats
1/2 c. shortening
2 1/2 c. sliced apples
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. sugar
cinnamon

Preparation

Mix together the first 5 ingredients, then cut in shortening until crumbly.
Spread half of mixture into a greased 7 x 11-inch baking dish.
Arrange apple slices over crumb mixture.
Dot with the 2 tablespoons of butter.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of sugar and some cinnamon over apples.
Cover with remaining crumb mixture.
Bake in a 350\u00b0 oven for 40 to 45 minutes.