Matrimony Cake

Top & bottom crust~
sift:
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 tsp soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/4tsp salt

Cut in as for pastry:
1 cup butter or margarine

Add:
I cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups oatmeal

Press 1/2 of this mixture into a 9x 13" pan (spray with cooking spray) add a layer of filling, then sprinkle on the rest of the oatmeal mixture and pat gently. Bake at 350° for 30- 35 minutes.

FILLING~
1/2 lb pitted dates
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup orange juice
cook over medium-low heat untill the filling is thick and smooth. More water may be added to keep from scorching.

Caroline