3/4 c. shortening
4 tsp. liquid sweetener
1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla
2 sm. bananas, mashed
1 tsp. baking soda
1 egg, well beaten
1/2 c. boiling water
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. finely chopped nuts
3/4 c. quick oats
1/2 c. dates or raisins

Pour boiling water over dates or raisins. Let set while mixing other ingredients. Add fruit and mix well. Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Bake about 12 minutes at 375 degrees.