Grandma, Florence Best'S Refrigerator Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. chopped dates

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar thoroughly.
Add eggs; beat well. Sift dry ingredients together.
Add nuts and dates.
Combine with first mixture.
Divide into two parts; shape into rolls.
Wrap in waxed paper.
Chill in refrigerator until firm.
Slice and bake at 350\u00b0 until brown.