1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. light brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour
Filling (see below)

Cream together shortening, brown sugar and sugar. Add slightly beaten egg. Sift together and add the salt, soda and flour. Divide dough in half. Roll out 1/4" thick and spread filling on. Roll up and chill. Slice and bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes or until done.

FILLING:

1 pkg. dates, cut up
1/4 c. water
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Cook 10 minutes and cool.