1 c. sugar
1 c. chopped dates
2 eggs, well beaten
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. Rice Krispies cereal
1 1/2 c. ground pecans (use blender)
1 c. flaked coconut

Combine sugar, dates, eggs, butter and vanilla in saucepan. Bring to a boil for 8 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in cereal and 1/2 cup pecans. Cool 15 minutes. Shape into balls. Roll each in remaining nuts to coat. Makes 3 dozen.