1/2 c. butter
1 1/2 c. cut, pitted dates
1/3 c. chopped maraschino cherries
3/4 c. sugar
3 c. Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal
1 c. chopped nuts

Measure butter, dates, cherries and sugar into a medium size saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture becomes a smooth soft paste. Remove from heat. Add Rice Krispies cereal and nuts. Mix thoroughly. Portion by level measuring tablespoon onto waxed paper. Shape into balls, let stand until cooled. Makes 3 1/2 dozen.