2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
1 lb. dates (2 1/2 c.)
1 c. flaked coconut
1/2 c. chopped nuts (Randy Drager liked this with cashews)

Combine sugar and milk in 2 quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat to soft ball stage (234 degrees), stirring occasionally.

Add dates and a cook, stirring constantly until mixture is very thick and leaves the side of the pan when stirred.

Remove from heat. Stir in coconut and nuts. Cool slightly. Turn out on wet towel. When cool enough to handle and hole shape, roll up in towel. Place in refrigerator and chill. (I just used wax paper instead of the wet towel.)

Make a roll 2 inches in diameter about 18 inches long like rolls of cookie dough. Cut in slices to serve. Makes 2 1/4 pounds.