Because you have grown into the taste of mincemeat…believe me…and these simple bar cookies will ensure everyone will enjoy both the making and eating.
1 9-ounce package instant condensed mincemeat
1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk (Eagle Brand)
½ cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1½ cups corn flakes, crushed (â…” cup)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
In saucepan, crumble mincemeat; add sweetened condensed milk. Cook and stir till thickened, about 5 minutes; remove from heat.
Cream butter, brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon milk until fluffy. Stir cornflakes with flour and soda. Add to creamed mixture; mix well. Pat half of crumb mixture into ungreased 9 x 13 pan. Carefully spread with mincemeat mixture. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake at 350° about 30 minutes. Cool. Cut into bars. Makes 36.
