I think this is the recipe! I found it on the Cookbook USA CD.

Enjoy!

Betsy

Triplet Cookies

1 c. brown sugar
1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt

CHERRY ALMOND DROPS:
1/2 c. maraschino cherries
1/2 c. coconut
1/4 tsp. almond extract

CHOCOLATE CRINKLES:
1/3 c. chocolate chips
1/2 c. powdered sugar

DATE NUT CHEWS:
1/2 c. cut up dates
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and remaining ingredients. Divide into three parts. Add one part to each of the following. Add to 1/3 dough. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes. Melt chips. Add to 1/3 dough. Shape in balls. Roll in powdered sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes. Add to 1/3 dough. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes. Servings: 6-7 dozen.