1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. flour
3 c. dry oatmeal
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tbsp. water
1 c. cut - up dates
Pecans

Cream shortening, brown sugar, white sugar and eggs together. Add flour, oatmeal and baking soda. Stir into shortening mixture. Add water and dates. Drop on cookie sheet and top with 1/2 pecan. Bake at 350 degrees until done.