1 c. solid packed pumpkin
1 tsp. baking soda
1 beaten egg
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. oil
8 oz. chopped dates
1 c. chopped nuts
1 3/4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves

GLAZE:

1 1/4 c. sifted powdered sugar
2 tbsp. lemon juice

Mix pumpkin and soda. Set aside. Combine egg, sugar, oil and dates.

Combine dry ingredients. Add to date mixture alternately with pumpkin. Stir in nuts. Spread in greased jelly roll pan 10x15x1 inch. Bake 350 degrees 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with glaze while warm. Makes 30 bars.