In saucepan, combine dates, sugar and water. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add pecans. Cream shortening, gradually adding brown sugar. Add eggs and remaining ingredients. Chill. Remove from refrigerator and roll out to 1/4 inch thickness. Spread with date a pecan filling and roll as a jelly roll. Chill overnight. Slice and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400° until brown, about 10 minutes.