Step #1
In a mixing bowl, cream butter & brown sugar.
Step #2 Add egg; mix well.
Step #3 Combine the flours, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg & salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, lemon peel, beating well after each addition.
Step #4 Stir in dates.
Step #5 Drop by rounded tbspfuls 2 in.
Step #6 apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
Step #7 Bake at 325F degrees F for 13-15 mins or until golden brown.