| 1 | Recipe by: 1001 cookies preparation time: 40:0 preheat oven to 400 degrees. |
| 2 | Lightly grease 2 baking sheets. |
| 3 | combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. |
| 4 | In a large bowl, cream the vegetable shortening and brown sugar. |
| 5 | Beat in the egg and sour cream. |
| 6 | Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. |
| 7 | Fold in the dates. |
| 8 | drop the dough by spoonfuls 1 ?inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets. |
| 9 | Press a walnut into the center of each cookie. |
| 10 | Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly colored. |
| 11 | Transfer to wire rack to cool. |
