• Cooking Time: 10 minutes/batch
• Servings: 48 servings
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes + chilling
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup shortening
• 2-1/2 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 1 cup finely chopped dates

1. In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and corn syrup. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and dates.
5. Shape into four 6-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight.
7. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2-1/2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2-3 minutes before removing to wire racks.

A dear friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. They've become a much-requesting treat at my house, so it's a good thing the recipe yields a lot.