Instructions: 1. Mix thoroughly shortening, sugar and eggs.

2. Stir in water and vanilla.

3. Sift together dry ingredients and add to batter.

4. Drop by teaspoons on ungreased baking sheet. Place 1/2 teaspoon date filling on dough; cover with another 1/2 teaspoon dough.

5. Bake 400 F for 10 to 12 minutes.

NOTE do not make cookies larger than stated above.

Filling:
1.Cook dates, water and sugar together slowly: stirring constantly until thickened.

2.Add nuts after cooking. Cool before placing on cookie

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