American Choc Nut Caramel Bars

== Ingredients ==
* 2⅓ cups all-purpose flour, divided
* 2 cups old fashioned oats
* 1 cup brown sugar, packed
* 1 teaspoon baking soda
* ¼ teaspoon salt
* 1 cup butter or margarine, melted
* 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (12 oz package)
* 1½ cups chopped walnuts
* 1 cup caramel ice cream topping (12¼ oz jar)
== Directions ==
# In a large bowl, combine together 2 cups of flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt.
# Add butter and stir until everything is moistened.
# Reserve 1 cup crumb mixture.
# Press the remaining into the bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9 inch baking pan.
# Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
# Sprinkle with walnuts and chocolate chips.
# In a small bowl, combine the caramel topping and ⅓ cup of flour.
# Mix well, then drizzle over the base.
# Sprinkle with the remaining crumb mixture.
# Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes or until lightly browned.
# Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Category:Bar and square Recipes