Date Raisin Squares - Microwave

Filling-------.

Combine dates, water, raisins and lemon juice in 4 cup measure.

Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave at high 4-6 minutes or until boiling.

Stir every 2 minutes.

Dates should be soft.

Let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Uncover and cool to lukewarm, stirring occasionally.

Crumbles------.

Combine first 5 dry ingredients in mixing bowl.

Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.

Press half firmly into 8 inch square microwave baking dish.

Spread with date filling.

Sprinkle with remaining crumble mixture, patting down lightly.

Microwave at medium high for 9 minutes, rotating every 3 minutes, (not necessary if you have a rotating plate) remove from microwave and cover with aluminum foil.

Let stand covered directly on counter for 10 minutes.

Uncover and cool completely on wire rack.

Cut into small squares.