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Ingredients

  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 c. nuts (optional)
  • 1 egg
  • 2/3 c. milk
  • 1 medium unpeeled orange, cut in eighths (use all rind)
  • 1 c. dates
  • 2 Tbsp. shortening
  • scant 3/4 c. sugar

Method

  • Sift in bowl flour, baking powder, salt and soda.
  • Add 1/2 cup nuts (optional).
  • Blend (in order) egg, milk, unpeeled orange, dates, shortening and sugar.
  • Blend well then add to dry ingredients.
  • Bake in greased loaf pan at 350° for 50 minutes. Slices better next day.
  • Serve with cream cheese mixed with powdered sugar and orange juice to taste.