1 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. butter
2 eggs
1/3 c. milk

Grease large cookie sheet. In bowl, mix flour, baking powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt (with fork). Add butter; mix until mixture resembles crumbs. In cup, beat eggs; reserve 1 tablespoon. Stir milk into remaining beaten eggs. Stir egg mixture into flour mixture. Add dates; mix well. Roll dough 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 3 inch squares. Cut each square into 2 triangles. Put on cookie sheet, separated. Brush with reserved egg and sprinkle with sugar. Bake in preheated oven (425 degrees) for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly brown.