1 egg
1/4 c milk
1 c dates, chopped fine
3 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 c sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 c shortening
2 tsp nutmeg
1n measuring cup combine eggs, milk and dates. Set aside. Into large bowl, sift
together flour, sugar, nutmeg, baking soda and baking soda. Add shortening and
blend as for pie crust. pour liquid over other ingredients and combine
thoroughly. Shape into 2 rolls that are 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap in wax
paper. Chill, and slice into 1/4 inch slices as needed.
Preheat electric skillet to 350.
Place 12 cookies into fry pan. Cover. Bake for 5-6 minutes on first side. Wait
until golden brown, then turn with spatula. Bake 3-4 minutes on second side.
Cool on a cake rack, and frost with milk frosting as desired. This is not a very
sweet cookie.