DIABETIC HEALTH COOKIES

DIABETIC HEALTH COOKIES
1 c. raisins
1/2 c. chopped dates
1/2 c. chopped apples
1 c. water
1/2 c. vegetable shortening
2 well beaten eggs
2 pkgs. Sweet & Low (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. flour
3/4 c. chopped nuts
Boil raisins, dates and apples in water for 3 minutes. Add shortening
to melt. Cool, then add rest of ingredients. Add nuts last. Mix well.
Drop by teaspoons onto cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to
12 minutes. Store in refrigerator in an airtight container.