1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dates (chopped)
1/2 cup apples (chopped)
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup water
2 well beaten eggs
2 teaspoon artificial sweetener
1 cup flour
3/4 cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
Boil the dates, raisins and apples together with water, for about 3 minutes. Add the vegetable shortening, to melt. Cool, add rest of the ingredients. Add nuts, stir to mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 – 12 minutes. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.