Matrimony Cake - Grandma Barlow

When I told Sean that I loved this cake and it was made with Dates...lets just say the look he gave me said it all! It's another good one from the childhood.

Rub together.
3 C. flour
3 C. rolled oats
1 C. butter or marg.

Add.
2 C. brown sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda

Rub together. Put half in pan an press down lightly (reserve a small amount to sprinkle on top)
Filling.
2 lbs cut up dates
3 C. boiling water
1 C. brown sugar

Bring to a boil until thick. Add 2 tsp. vanilla & 1 tsp. lemon juice. Spread on base. Cover with remaining crumbs. Pat.

9x13 pan. Bake 350 for 45 minutes.