Instructions: Centers: In large bowl, combine dates, nuts, coconut and cream of coconut.

Knead lightly until well blended. Drop by level tablespoonfuls onto waxed-paper-lined cookie sheets. Shape into logs. Chill until firm (about 30 minutes).

Coating: Combine over hot (not boiling) water, Nestle Toll House semi-sweet chocolate morsels and vegetable shortening. Stir until morsels are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat but keep over hot water.

Dip logs in chocolate; shake off excess. Place on wire racks set over waxed paper.

Sprinkle each log with about 1/8 teaspoonful chopped nuts. Chill until set

(about 15 minutes). Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

Makes
about
1-1/2 dozen logs.

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