3/4 c. butter
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
3 eggs, well beaten
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. golden raisins
1 c. chopped dates
1 c. chopped walnuts
2 or 3 tbsp. brandy

Sprinkle brandy over raisins and dates and let stand. Cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs and beat well. Sift together dry ingredients and beat into creamed mixture. Fold in brandied fruit and walnuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake 15 minutes in 375 degree oven. Yield: 4 dozen cookies.