Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 c. buttermilk
1 1/2 c. broken pecans
1/2 c. black walnuts
1 c. mixed candied fruit
2 c. candied cherries (red and green), halved
1 c. chopped dates
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
3 1/2 c. flour
pecan halves (for tops if desired)
Preparation
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Mix thoroughly the shortening, sugar and eggs.
Stir in nuts, fruit and buttermilk.
Sift dry ingredients and add to mixture. Chill overnight or at least 1 hour.
Drop rounded teaspoonfuls about 2-inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet and place a pecan half on each cookie.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes about 6 dozen or more.
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