Caramel Apple Oat Bars - Karo

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups quick oats (not instant)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 dash salt
• 3/4 cup butter melted
• 2 tablespoons Karo ® Light OR Dark Corn Syrup
• 3/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chopped peeled tart cooking apples
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans OR walnuts (optional)