1 pkg. dates, cut up fine
2 c. boiling water
3 1/2 tbsp. butter
1-2 eggs, beaten lightly
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1 c. nuts
1 tsp. vanilla

Pour boiling water over cut up dates. Add butter and lightly-beaten eggs. Sift together baking soda, flour and sugar. Mix well. Add nuts and vanilla; mix well. Put in 9x13 cake pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes. Top with whipped topping.