The caramel crumb bar is hum drum in appearance, ordinary, even a little dry, definitely not the first to go from a platter of assorted cookies.  But once tasted, it will surprise you into another bite and lure you back for seconds and very probably thirds and fourths.  It is that good.  And even better, that easy, that freezable, plus that easy to make ahead and put in the fridge for a few days.  It is quite perfect.  It is from a much loved Nick Malgieri cookbook. Read More