1 c. butter, softened
2/3 c. brown sugar
2/3 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. + 2 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. warm water or coffee
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. cut up dates

Cream butters and sugars. Add eggs and beat until light. Add vanilla and water. Gradually stir in flour mixture with soda and salt. Stir in nuts and dates. Drop by teaspoon onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Makes 50 cookies.