1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. flour
1/4 c. cherry juice
Confectioners sugar
1 c. pecan meats, chopped
1/2 c. Maraschino cherries
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. pitted dates, chopped
1 tsp. baking powder

Blend shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs. Stir in remaining ingredients and blend until well mixed. Rub 9 x 12 inch baking pan with shortening. Spread batter evenly in pan. Bake in preheated oven at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes. Cut into squares while warm and sprinkle with confectioners sugar.