Pumpkin Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
3 c. sugar
2 c. pumpkin
1 c. nuts
4 tsp. cinnamon
2 1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 tsp. soda
4 c. self-rising flour
1 c. chopped dates (optional)

Preparation

Mix ingredients in order.
Spoon onto cookie sheet.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.