Zucchini Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3 cups grated zucchini
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 1 cup nuts, chopped
• 1 cup dates, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   Cream together the shortening and sugars. Add eggs and beat well. Beat until fluffy.

2. 2

   Stir in zucchini. Add dry ingredients. Add chopped nuts and dates.

3. 3

   Drop by teaspoonfuls into greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes.

4. 4

   You can substitute chocolate chips or raisins for dates.