2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 slightly beaten eggs
1 (21 oz.) can apple pie filling
1/2 c. cooking oil
1 c. chopped dates
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground allspice
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. chopped walnuts

Sift together flour, sugar, soda, salt, cinnamon and allspice. Combine eggs, pie filling, oil and vanilla. Stir into flour mixture and mix well. Stir in dates and nuts. Pour into greased and floured 13 1/2 x 8 3/4 x 1 3/4 inch baking dish. Bake in 350 degree oven for 40 to 45 minutes. Cool. Cut in squares. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Makes 12 servings.