Christmas Casserole Cookies

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From: Deborah Kahrs

2 eggs
1 1/2c. granulated sugar (divided use)
1 c. chopped walnuts
1 c. snipped dates
1 c. coconut
1 t. vanilla extract
1/4 t. almond extract

Beat eggs well. Gradually add 1 cup of sugar and beat until fluffy. Stir in the remaining ingredients in the order given above. Turn into an ungreased 2-quart casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and, while hot, stir well with a wooden spoon. Cool. Form into small balls and roll in additional 1/2 cup of sugar. Makes about 3 dozen balls.