Date Filled Cookies
["1/2 c. shortening", "2 c. brown sugar", "2 eggs", "1 tsp. vanilla", "3 1/2 c. flour", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 tsp. soda", "1 tsp. cream of tartar"]
["Cream shortening and sugar.", "Add eggs and vanilla.", "Add sifted ingredients and beat well.", "Form into small loaf 1 1/2-inch in diameter.", "Chill.", "Slice and arrange half slices on greased cookie sheet.", "Place 1 teaspoon date filling and top with another slice. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 20 minutes."]
["shortening", "brown sugar", "eggs", "vanilla", "flour", "salt", "soda", "cream of tartar"]