Diabetic Cookies

1 c Raisins

1 c Water

2 Eggs; beaten

1 ts Vanilla

1 c Flour

1/4 c Dates; chopped

1/2 c Shortening

3 ts Sweetener

1 ts Soda

Boil raisins, dates and water for 3 minutes. Add shortening and cool. Add eggs, then all remaining ingredients and mix well. Chill. Drop onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. -----