Date & Nut Chews2 eggs3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. almond extract 1/2 cup sugar (granulated) 1/2 cup Karo syrup (light or dark) 1 cup dates, finely cut 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 3/4 cup flour 1/3 cup confectioner's sugar Gradually beat in the 1/2 cup sugar and Karo syrup. Add the dates and nuts, mix well. Fold in flour. Pour into 2 greased 8 inch square cake pans. Bake at 375º for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from oven and while still hot, cut into 1 1/2 inch squares. Shape at once into small balls and roll in the confectioner's sugar. Yield: 3 dozen cookies |