1. Combine filling ingredients in a pan and cook, stirring occasionally until thick.
2. Set aside to cool.
3.
Combine dough ingredients and blend well.
4. Turn out onto floured surface.
5. Roll to 3/8" thickness -
in a rectangular shape.
6. Spread cooled date mixture onto surface of dough.
7. Roll up into a log.
8.
Wrap in plastic wrap.
9. Refrigerate over night.
10. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
11. With a moistened
sharp knife cut into slices (about 1/4").
12. Place on greased cookie sheet.
13. Bake for about 8 minutes,
or until medium brown in color.
Yields: About 5 dozen cookies.
