Comments:  After measuring the brown sugar, crumble it between your fingers for uniform texture. Be sure to pack the brown sugar firmly in the jar to prevent the baking mix from sifting down through it.

1/2	cup	butterscotch chips
1/2	cup	pecan pieces or
1/2	cup	coarsely chopped toasted pecans, cooled
1/2	cup	light brown sugar
1	cup	biscuit & baking mix
1/2	cup	packed dark brown sugar
1	cup	biscuit & baking mix

In 1-quart wide-mouth glass jar, gently layer and pack ingredients in the order listed, beginning with butterscotch chips. If there is any space left after adding the last ingredient, add more butterscotch chips or pecans to fill the jar. Place lid on top. Cut an 8-inch circle of fabric to cover lid. Place fabric over lid; secure in place with ribbon or raffia. Decorate as desired.

Attach this to the Jar:

Chewy Butterscotch Nut Bars
Makes 16 bars

To make Chewy Butterscotch Nut Bars: Empty contents of jar into medium bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted; 1 large egg; and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Press into an 8x8x2-inch baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 22 minutes or until bars are light golden brown and center is almost set.