1 1/3 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
Pinch of salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. dates, cut up
3 med. peeled apples, grated
1/2 c. nuts
1 1/2 c. flour

Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs and rest of the ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes in a 9"x13" pan.