Porcupines
["1 1/2 c. dates, cut up", "2 beaten eggs", "1 c. sugar", "1/3 c. shortening", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 tsp. vanilla", "3 c. Rice Krispies", "nuts (optional)"]
["Stir together in frying pan.", "Melt shortening first.", "Stir in dates, egg mixture.", "Stir until thickens.", "Cool a little and add 3 cups Rice Krispies in bowl.", "Pour mixture over all.", "Add nuts. Grease hands.", "Roll into small balls.", "Roll in coconut."]
["dates", "eggs", "sugar", "shortening", "salt", "vanilla", "Rice Krispies", "nuts"]