1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. dates, cut up
1/2 c. nutmeats
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream sugars, shortening and eggs. Blend dry ingredients. Add to creamed mixture. Add dates and nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Drop from teapsoon on cookie sheet.