MATRIMONY COOKIES                      Servings:

Dough:
2   c.        rolled oats              2   c.    flour
1   tsp.      baking soda              1   c.    brown sugar
3/4 c.        melted butter            1/8 tsp.  salt

Filling:
2   c.        dates, cut up            1   c.    water
1   c.        sugar                    1   T.    flour

    Mix dry ingredients together, then rub in butter until it resembles
a crumb mix.  Spread 1/2 crumb mix in a 10 X 14 inch pan.  Cover with date
filling.  Spread remaining crumb mix over top.  Bake in preheated oven at
375F for 30 - 35 minutes.

Source: Jana's Grandmother