Place dates, sugar and water in a saucepan and cook, over medium heat, until dates break down and filling turns to jamlike consistency, about 10 minutes. Stir often with a wooden spoon or spatula to ...

In a saucepan, combine the dates, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring, about 5 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in pecans. Chill. Cream shortening and brown sugar until ...