1/2 c Shortening

2 Eggs

1 c Pecans

1 ts Vanilla

1 ts Baking powder

1 c Sugar

2 c Dates; chopped

1/2 c Candied cherries; cut-up

2/3 c Flour

Powdered Sugar Blend shortening and sugar and beat in eggs. Stir in remaining ingredients. Spread mixture in a 9" pan and bake at 350? for 40-45 minutes. Cut into squares while warm and roll in confectionary sugar.