Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and grease cookie sheets.
2. In separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together shortening and both sugars until light and fluffy, using electric mixer at medium speed.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Blend in vanilla.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to creamed mixture, mixing well with spoon.
6. Stir in oats, dates and walnuts.
7. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, about 2 inches apart, on cookie sheet.
8. Bake for 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on racks.