Although this recipe is thought of usually during the winter months, I thought I'd share it now because I've got fresh dates sitting in the fridge from a gathering that I wasn't quite sure what else to do with. I know most folks plug there noses at the mention or site of dates, but these tasty edibles make one moist and very delicious bread- and I'm not talking the "fruit cake" kind. I dare you to try it.
This recipe, as simple as it may seem, has been a cherished favorite in my family for generations. There was nothing better than as a kid to dig around the chest freezer and come up with a frozen foiled loaf (of date bread)- you knew you'd practically found gold. No kidding! I spent years twisting my mother's arm to get this recipe from her aunt ... and here it for all to enjoy. Picture will be posted when the next batch is out of the oven.
Recipe:
1 cup chopped dates
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup boiling water
Mix and let cool...
Now mix together:
1 cup sugar
1 Tbsp shortening
1 egg
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups flour
Mix together and add to cooled date mix, being careful to not overwork. Pour into greased loaf pans. Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.
Enjoy!
Karan
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