2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
3 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 tsp. hot water

FILLING:

2 c. dates
1 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. flour
1 c. water

Cream together brown sugar, shortening, eggs, vanilla and salt. Add flour and soda dissolved in hot water.

Boil dates, brown sugar, flour and water until thick. Roll out dough and cut in round shapes. Place date mixture on dough; fold over and seal edges. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.