Ingredients

  • 1 c. boiling water
  • 1 c. chopped dates
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 1/4 c. butter
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 1/2 c. sifted flour
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/3 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts

Method

  • Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 cup chopped dates and add soda.
  • Let stand while the following is mixed in the usual manner: sugar, butter, egg, flour, vanilla, salt, baking powder and nuts. Add these ingredients to the date mixture.
  • Pour into a 9 x 12-inch pan.
  • Bake 35 minutes at 350°.