Fruit Bars

1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg 1/2 cup molases 1/2 cup milk 2 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 cup raisins or cut dates...or a mixture of both 1 cup chopped nuts Glaze: 1/3 cup butter 2 cups confections (powdered) sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel 2 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice BAR MIX: Blend together butter, sugar, egg and molasses until thoroughly mixed. Stir in milk and then slowly add dry ingredients. Stir in fruit until well mixed. Spread mixture into sprayed or greased 9 x 13 pan. Oven at 350 degrees. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire rack. Once cooled spread with glaze. GLAZE TOPPING: Melt butter. Slowly blend in confectioners sugar and grated lemon peel. Add only enough lemon juice to make icing spreadable and smooth. Enjoy!