1 c. soft shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. pecans, broken
2 c. candied cherries
2 c. dates, cut up

Mix shortening, brown sugar and eggs. Add flour, soda and salt. Then add fruits: pecans, cherries, and dates. Chill at least one hour. Drop by teaspoon 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake in 400 degree oven until lightly browned.