Step 1
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Heat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a 9'X 9" square baking dish. |
Step 2
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Peel the bananas and mash the fruit throughly in a medium mixing bowl. Stir in the vanilla. Add the oats and combine. |
Step 3
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Stir in the salt, dates and nuts. Mixture will be thick. |
Step 4
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Pat the mixture evenly into the baking pan. If desired sprinkle the top lightly with nutmeg or cinnamon. |
Step 5
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Bake for 30 minutes or until the edges begin to crisp. Remove from oven and place on rack to cool. |
Step 6
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When the pan is mostly cool, cut into 9 squares and enjoy. Store leftover squares at room temperature. |