1/2 c. dates or apricots, chopped
1 c. raisins
1/2 c. chopped raw apples
1 c. water
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. shortening or butter
2 envelopes Sweet 'N Low
1 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. lemon flavoring
1/2 tsp. black walnut extract
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. nuts

Boil together the dates, raisins and water for 3 minutes. Cool and drain, saving the liquid.

Mix together eggs, shortening, Sweet 'N Low, flour, flavorings and soda. Add fruit mix, which has been drained. Add nuts. Drop by teaspoon onto a greased cookie sheet.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes in a 350°F oven.

Note: Two cups mixed fruit (chopped) may be substituted for dates and raisins. Liquid may be used as beverage.