2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1 c. shortening, Grandma uses 1/2 lb. butter
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. chopped dates
2 tbsp. cream or milk
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
Few drops of maple flavor

Sift flour with baking soda and cream of tartar. Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs and milk. Add dry ingredients, dates, nuts and flavoring. Mix thoroughly. Form into a loaf. Chill overnight. Slice thin. Place on well oiled overnight. Slice thin. Place on well-oiled cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes.