3 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. light cream
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (6 oz.) pkg. (1 c.) finely cut dates
1 c. chopped pecans

Combine sugar, cream and salt in large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cook to soft ball state (236 degrees). Remove from heat and add dates. Cool to lukewarm (110 degrees). Add nuts and beat until stiff. Spread in buttered 8 x 8 x 2 inch dish. Cool and cut in squares.