Date Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time.
3. 3
   Mix baking soda with water until dissolved.
4. 4
   Add to creamed mixture.
5. 5
   Sift flour with spices and salt.
6. 6
   Add to creamed mixture.
7. 7
   Mix well. Add chopped dates and pecans.
8. 8
   Batter will be stiff.
9. 9
   Refrigerate overnight for easier handling.
10. 10
    To bake, form into balls and flatten with rolling pin.
11. 11
    Sprinkle top with sugar.
12. 12
    Bake at 350° until light brown.