1 c. sugar
1/3 c. melted shortening
1 egg, unbeaten
1 can tomato soup
1 c. dates
1/2 c. chopped nuts
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ea. cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and soda

Combine sugar, shortening, egg and tomato soup. Add sifted dry ingredients, stir until smooth. Add dates and nuts. Bake at 325 degrees in 9-inch square pan for 45 minutes or until done. Frost with a frosting made by creaming together one 3-ounce package of cream cheese with 1-1/2 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla.