3 eggs, well beaten
1 c. shortening
2 c. light brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
4 c. flour (I use 3 1/2 cups)

Cream shortening, add brown sugar gradually while creaming. Add well beaten eggs, flour and salt. Mix well. Chill dough thoroughly.

FILLING:

2 c. dates, chopped
1 c. water
1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. nuts, chopped (pecans are best)

Mix dates, granulated sugar and water in saucepan. Cook over heat until thick. Add nuts. Cool. When dough is chilled divide into 3 or 4 parts. Roll each in a rectangle, spread date filling and roll up as for jelly rolls. Chill overnight. Cut in slices. Bake at 400 degrees.