Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 16 ounces pumpkin
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350. Oil 2 loaf pans (or 4 small aluminium ones).
  • Combine sugar and eggs in mixer, then add butter, stir until just mixed. Add pumpkin and vanilla, mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, and flour.
  • Add dry mix to wet, stir until just combined. Fold in chopped nuts and dates.
  • Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until knife comes out clean.