1 pkg. dates, cut sm.
1/2 to 1 c. walnuts (broken into sm. pieces)
1/2 c. shortening, melted
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. sifted flour
1 c. sugar
Pinch of salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder

Put dates and walnuts in a mixing bowl. Add flour, sugar, salt, baking powder. Combine melted shortening and eggs. Add to the dry ingredients.