Date Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dates, water and 1/4 cup sugar and boil 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and add walnut meats.
3. 3
   Cool; cream butter and add brown sugar and 1/2 cup white sugar.
4. 4
   Blend well.
5. 5
   Add 1 well beaten egg and flour sifted with soda and salt.
6. 6
   Turn out on floured board and roll 1/4-inch thick.
7. 7
   Spread the dough with the cold mixture. Roll up like a jelly roll and wrap in waxed paper.
8. 8
   Let stand overnight and chill.
9. 9
   Slice and bake for about 12 minutes.