Blueberry Crumble Bars

One afternoon I was searching online for a fun way to use up a big basket of fresh blueberries.  I came across a recipe for these bars that sounded so good that I had to give them a try.  I was not dissapointed---they were perfect! Now rumor has it, that these are very similar to the Blueberry Oat Bars at Starbucks.  I can't say if it is true, since I have never had them there, but if you have let me know if you agree!  One thing I do know, if you are looking for a yummy way to use some blueberries up, these are for you! Mmmm

How is your summer going so far?  We are staying busy with sports camps and swim team--and I am now using the full 3 Meals a day Menu Planner .  I have posted my completed weekly men planner here.  Boys love their food and having a plan is so nice for the Mom, you know:)

Blueberry Crumble Bars

Submitted by Melanie

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cup Quaker Oats, uncooked (quick or old-fashioned)


• 1-1/2 cup all-purpose flour


• 3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed


• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (I used walnuts)


• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda


• 1/2 teaspoon salt


• 3/4 cup butter; melted


• 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries


• 1/2 cup granulated sugar


• 3 tablespoons water


• 2 tablespoons cornstarch


• 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Heat oven to 350 F and grease an 11x7-inch baking pan

Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, nuts, baking soda and salt

Add butter, mixing until crumbly.

Reserve 3/4 cup mixture; press remaining mixture onto bottom of prepared dish.

Bake 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine blueberries, granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons water in medium saucepan.

Bring to a boil, simmer 2 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally. Combine remaining 1 tablespoon water, cornstarch, and lemon juice; mix well. Gradually stir into blueberry mixture; cook and stir about 30 seconds or until thickened.

Spread over partially baked base to within 1/4 inch of edge; sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Press topping down into blueberries slightly.

Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until topping is golden brown.

Cool on wire rack; cut into bars. Store tightly covered.

Recipe Source: Group Recipes