1 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. shortening
2 eggs, beaten lightly
1/2 tsp. each nutmeg, cinnamon, salt
Pinch of cloves and allspice
1 c. sour milk or buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
3 c. flour
1 c. chopped dates
1 c. chopped walnuts

Combine ingredients. Drop by spoonful on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees about 8 minutes.