Date Sticks(Date Sticks Are A Special Treat.) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sour milk
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. chopped dates
1 egg
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
3 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. powdered sugar (for later)

Preparation

In a large bowl, mix shortening and sugar.
Add milk and baking soda; mix well.
Sift dry ingredients into a bowl; stir well.
Fold in nuts and dates.
Pour into a shallow pan and bake in a 350\u00b0 oven for 20 minutes.
While still warm, cut into strips and roll in powdered sugar.