Boston Cookies

Always one of my favorite cookies - my Grandma used to make these.

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups dates, cut up
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, and continue to beat until light and fluffy. Add vanilla.

Mix flour, baking powder and baking soda together. Gradually add to creamed mixture and stir until combined. Stir in dates and walnuts.

Drop by spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F. for about 15 minutes.