MAY'S DATE NUT LOAF

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My childhood friend's mom used to make this delicious old fashioned loaf. We love it with cream cheese smeared on it. It is dark, moist and yummy.

Provided by Lucille Hoerle

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c boiling water
2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 c chopped walnuts
1/2 lb raisens
1 lb dates
3 1/2 c flour
1 1/2 c sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tsp vanilla
2 large eggs
5 Tbsp melted butter

Steps:

  • 1. 2 greased loaf pans Put baking soda in boiling water and pour over fruit and nuts. Let stand one hour. Beat egg whites until stiff. Combine yolks, salt and all liquids and alternately mix with dry ingredients. Fold in egg whites and then the melted butter. Bake for 1 hour at 375.

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