1/2 c. starter
1 1/2 c. unsifted flour
1 c. undiluted evaporated milk
2 tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. butter
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 c. chopped dates
1 c. chopped walnuts
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. quick-cooking rolled oats
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. each, soda and salt

The night before, combine starter, flour, undiluted evaporated milk, and sugar; partially cover and leave at room temperature overnight. The next day, cream butter and brown sugar. Add dates and nuts; set aside.