Date Pudding

Hazel Bell

• 1 lb. dates, seeded and chopped
• 1 tsp. soda, in 1 c. boiling water

Pour over dates and let stand until cool.

• 1 c. sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 c. nuts, chopped
• 1 1/4 c. flour, sifted
• 1 Tbsp. melted butter
• 1 pinch of salt

Cream together sugar, butter and egg until light and fluffy. Add other ingredients and bake at 350 degrees 50 to 55 minutes or until done. Serve with Rum Sauce or whipped cream.