1 stick butter
1 c. sugar
Pinch of salt
8 oz. pkg. chopped dates
1 c. chopped walnuts (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 c. Rice Krispies
1 c. powdered sugar in a bowl

In a 1-quart saucepan, melt butter. Add sugar, salt, dates, and walnuts. Cook over low heat about 8 minutes or until dates have melted and mixture is darkened. Remove from heat, add vanilla, and stir in Rice Krispies. Cool slightly. Grease hands, measure by teaspoons, and roll into balls. Roll balls in powdered sugar for coating. Makes 2 to 3 dozen.