1.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

2. Cream together shortening, dates, and honey using electric or stand mixer.

3. Scrape the side of the mixing bowl, then add eggs and vanilla and beat to combine.

4.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.

5.

Add dry mixture to wet and beat until just combined.

6.

Fold in chocolate chips.

7. Spoon a heaping tablespoon for each cookie onto greased or lined baking sheet.

8.

Bake for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees.

9. Store chilled for a week or more.