Cherry Bars

Base:
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
1 cup flour

Mix together and pat into an 8-inch square baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes.

Topping:
2 eggs beaten
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup candied cherries chopped
1 cup chopped walnuts

Beat eggs with brown sugar, add vanilla extract and mix well. Add flour, salt and baking powder and mix well. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour onto the top of cooled base and bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees F.