Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_sodium'], recipe: combine first 5 ingredients; dredge with 1 cup flour, stirring well. set aside. cream butter; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. add egg yolks, mixing well. dissolve soda in milk; add to creamed mixture. add brandy, spices, and remaining 2 1/2 cups flour, mixing well. beat egg whites (at room temperature) until stiff; fold into batter. fold in fruit mixture. drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. bake at 325f for 12 to 15 minutes. cool on wire racks.

Target recipe: combine the butter, egg yolks and sugar in a large saucepan. stir on medium flame until the butter melts. add the dates and continue cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes. (note: the dough will be difficult to stir, but do your best). remove from heat. stir in the vanilla essence, salt, puffed rice and pecans. roll the dough into bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter). roll the balls in the shredded coconut to coat with the same. serve with a smile and enjoy!