Date Nut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Cream together shortening, sugars and eggs.
2. 2
   Stir in water and vanilla.
3. 3
   Stir in flour gradually, mixing well.
4. 4
   Mix in dates and nuts.
5. 5
   Press cookie dough into greased jelly roll pan (dough should be about 1/4-inch deep).
6. 6
   Bake at 350° until lightly browned.
7. 7
   (Do not overcook.
8. 8
   Dough in oven should still be slightly puffy looking.)
9. 9
   Cook 10 to 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Cut into bars.