1/2 c. shortening, butter
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 c. flour
1 c. nuts
1 c. chopped dates or raisins

Mix shortening and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Sift dry ingredients and add to creamy mixture. Add nuts and dates. Drop on greased cookie sheet. Bake 12 minutes at 350 degrees.