2 (6 oz.) pkgs. dried figs
1/2 c. honey
1 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. water
2 tbsp. orange juice
1/2 c. honey
1/2 c. shortening
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
1 tbsp. lemon juice
3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt

Filling: Combine figs, 1/2 cup honey, lemon juice, water, orange juice. Cook on low heat 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cookie dough: Cream together honey, shortening, butter and sugar. add egg Mix well, stir in lemon peel and juice. Sift together dry ingredients. Add, mix well. Chill - roll dough 1/4 inch thick on lightly floured board.

Cut in strips 6 x 3 inches, put filling in center of strips crosswise, lap sides over, pressing edges together. Place on ungreased cookie sheet with seam on bottom. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Cool, cut crosswise into bars.