1/2 lb. sugar (approximately 1 cup plus)
6 oz. butter (approximately 1/3 lb.)
2 eggs
1 lb. chopped dates (or whole, cut in half)
1 lb. walnuts
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cloves
1 pinch ginger
1 pinch salt
1/2 lb. flour (1 1/2 cups plus) weigh if possible

Mix all ingredients together. Drop by spoon onto cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes. Double recipe for a good amount. This is an excellent cookie.