1 c. shortening at least one half butter
2 c. brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
3 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/8 tsp. cinnamon
(1/2 c. water if needed)

DATE FILLING:

2 c. dates, cut fine
3/4 c. water
3/4 c. sugar

Cook together until thick. Let cool. Mix thoroughly, shortening and sugar. Add eggs, stir in water, vanilla. Add flour and salt. On ungreased baking sheet put 1/2 teaspoon dough drop, 1/2 teaspoon date mixture. Cover with another 1/2 teaspoon dough.

Bake until lightly browned 375 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes.

Makes 5-6 dozen.