Frosted Date Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour and salt; sift twice.
2. 2
   Cream the butter and gradually add sugar.
3. 3
   Add milk and vanilla; stir in the sifted flour.
4. 4
   Blend in dates and nuts.
5. 5
   Roll in 1-inch balls.
6. 6
   Place about 3-inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake in 300° oven about 20 minutes, until light brown.
8. 8
   While still warm, roll in confectioners sugar.
9. 9
   Makes 3 dozen cookies.