1 c. shortening
1 c. white sugar
1 c. brown sugar
3 eggs, well beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
4 c. flour

Mix in order given, chill, then roll out and spread with the following mixture which has been cooked 10 minutes and cooled.

1 lb. dates, chopped
1/2 c. water
1 c. walnuts
1/2 c. sugar

Roll like jelly roll, chill and slice thin. Bake at 375 degrees until lightly browned.