Date Nut Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Quarter the dates and place in a small saucepan.
2. 2
   Add water and sugar; cook until thickens.
3. 3
   Set aside to cool.
4. 4
   In second bowl, mix together flour, soda and salt.
5. 5
   Add sugar, oatmeal, melted butter and nuts.
6. 6
   Blend with fork until it becomes crumbly. Place crumbly mixture in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
7. 7
   Be sure to reserve 1 cup for the top.
8. 8
   Cover crumb mix with date mixture; sprinkle with remaining crumbs.
9. 9
   Bake at 325° for 30 minutes.