1/2 c. butter (1 stick)
3/4 c. sugar
1 (8 oz.) pkg. dates, chopped
2 1/2 c. Rice Krispie cereal
1 c. pecans, chopped
Powdered sugar

Combine butter, sugar, and dates in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring constantly for 3 minutes. Remove from fire. Stir in cereal and pecans. Cool to touch. Shape into 1 inch balls and roll each in powdered sugar. Store in air-tight container.