1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. melted butter
4 eggs, well beaten
2 c. dates, chopped
2 c. nuts, chopped

Combine first 4 dry ingredients. Add melted shortening to beaten eggs and combine with dry ingredients. Add chopped nuts and dates. Turn into greased jelly roll pan (large). Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Cut into bars while warm.