3 eggs
1 1/2 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 lb. chopped dates (1 1/2 c.)
1 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. pecans
1 tsp. vanilla

Beat yolks and whites of eggs separately. Add sugar to yolks. Sift flour with salt and baking powder several times; add to yolk mixture with the finely cut dates and nuts; mix well. Fold into stiffly beaten egg whites.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes in large shallow, greased pan.

Cut into sticks and place in a large paper bag with 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Shake to coat.