1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
3 eggs
3 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 heaping tsp. baking powder
1 c. milk
4 oz. black walnuts
8 oz. English walnuts
1 lb. dates, chopped

Cream together sugar, shortening and eggs. In separate bowl combine flour, salt and baking powder. Then alternately mix the milk and flour mixture into the sugar, shortening and eggs. Stir in nuts and dates. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.