Strawberry Oatmeal Squares The combination of Ontario greenhouse strawberries and strawberry jam give these squares an extra kick of fruity flavour. The squares freeze well for up to 1 month. Preparation Time: 20 minutesBaking Time: 45 minutesCooling Time: 30 minutesMakes 16 1/2 cup (125 mL) butter, at room temperature1/2 cup (125 mL) packed brown sugar1-1/2 cups (375mL) large flake oats1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt and baking soda1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced almonds2 cups (500 mL) chopped Ontario Greenhouse Strawberries1/4 cup (50 mL) strawberry jam1 tsp (5 mL) cornstarch Line 9-inch (23 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper. In large bowl, using electric mixer, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add oats, flour, salt and baking soda; mix well with wooden spoon. In small bowl, set aside 1-1/2 cups (375 mL). Stir almonds into remaining oat mixture. Press into prepared pan. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. In medium bowl, combine strawberries, jam and cornstarch. Spread mixture evenly over crust. Top with remaining oat mixture pressing lightly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire rack for 30 minutes before cutting into bars. Refrigerate any leftover squares. Nutritional Information:1 SquarePROTEIN: 3 gramsFAT: 8 gramsCARBOHYDRATE: 23 gramsCALORIES: 172FIBRE: 2 gramsSODIUM: 150 mg – Printed with permission from Foodland Ontario _____________
Strawberry Oatmeal Squares
