Butterscotch Bars

1. In a mixing bowl, cream the shortening and sugars. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, oats and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in chips and pecans. Reserve 2 cups. Spread remaining dough into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. In a mixing bowl, combine filling ingredients. Spread evenly over crust. Crumble reserved dough over filling. Bake at 375 degrees F for 40-42 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.

Yield: 18 servings