1 c. butter
2 c. sugar
3 eggs (add one at a time)
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. water
Dash salt
1 tsp. vanilla flavoring
1 (8 oz.) pkg. dates (finely chopped)
1/2 lb. candied pineapple or cherries, chopped
2 c. chopped pecans
3 c. sifted flour

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs (one at a time), beating well after each addition. Combine soda and water and blend with creamed mixture. Add salt and vanilla. Add dates, pineapple and pecans and mix.

Stir in flour and mix well. Press dough onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake 300 degrees F. for 25 to 30 minutes. Cut into bars and allow to cool in pan. 6-7 dozen.