1 1/2 sticks butter
1 c. sugar
1/2 lb. chopped dates
2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped pecans
2 c. Rice Krispies
1 tbsp. rum

Cook together butter, sugar, and dates for 10 minutes. Bubble 7 to 8 minutes. Add vanilla and rum, Rice Krispies, and nuts. Let cool. Make balls and roll in powdered sugar.