2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
3 eggs
4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt

Roll out dough and spread filling on. Form into rolls. Chill or freeze. Slice into 1/4" slices. Bake at 350 degrees until brown. Ground raisins may be substituted for dates.

FILLING:

1 1/2 c. dates, finely cut
1/2 c. nuts
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. water

Simmer, then cool.